Inventory Control Associate - KitchenerFlanagan Foodservice Inc. • Kitchener, Region of Waterloo, CA

Inventory Control Associate - Kitchener

Flanagan Foodservice Inc. • Kitchener, Region of Waterloo, CA

2 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Posted Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5 : 00 AM

At Flanagan Foodservice, we're more than just the biggest family‑owned food distributor in Canada; we're a dynamic hub of innovation, creativity, and a shared passion for delivering exceptional service.

For nearly 50 years, we've been on an exciting journey of growth and transformation. The foodservice landscape is thrilling and challenging, and as we reshape our business, we're on the hunt for imaginative minds, business strategists, and food lovers.

We are currently hiring for a Inventory Control Associate in Kitchener!

If you're highly motivated and are ready for an exciting career that will shape the future of the foodservice industry, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary :

The Inventory Control Associate plays a critical role to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of Flanagan’s inventory control management processes. This position is responsible for monitoring inventory levels, conducting regular audits, and works closely with the warehouse team to support returns, cycle counts, receiving issues, and pallet investigations.

What we offer you :

Wage Range : $24.90 - $27.45
Competitive Compensation Package
Profit Sharing Program, Pension and RRSP plans
Paid Personal Days and your Birthday!
Family‑Oriented Culture
Employee Recognition Programs

Key Responsibilities :

Conduct daily cycle counts and receiving issues for products with accuracy and efficiency.

Conduct produce checks, stock pulls, and checks.

Arrange slotting for new products as required.

Handle customer returns and adjustments.

Evaluate product returns against paperwork and follow appropriate actions and procedures.

Maintain quality control areas and assess products for reclamation, re‑stock, disposal, donation, salvage, supplier return, etc.

Communicate effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Communicate product reclamation and supplier related items (with photos), to purchasing for processing.

Assemble products for salvage, donation, and / or disposal as required.

Collaborate with salvage / donation partners to arrange pick up of goods.

Safely operate warehouse equipment including End‑Rider, Reach Truck, Order Picker, and hand‑held scanner.

Enter data into Warehouse Management System, and use computer to maintain accurate information.

Follow safe and efficient work procedures to meet customer requirements including maintaining a clean and safe environment

Complete and keep up to date on all Health & Safety, Food Safety and Quality Assurance training pertinent to the role

Responsible for reporting any and all concerns related to the Health & Safety, safe handling and integrity of all items received, stored and distributed by Flanagan Foodservice

Adherence to all Health & Safety, Food Safety and WHMIS practices

Required Qualifications :

Previous Warehouse experience including receiving, order selection, put‑away, and replenishment.

Demonstrated experience in the safe operation of warehouse equipment including End Rider / Reach Truck / Order Picker.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Strong mathematical skills with a high attention to detail.

Working knowledge of FWS Application preferred.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office application including Excel.

Strong problem solving and ability to think strategically.

Experience and working knowledge of Flanagan Forms Applications preferred.

Positive attitude, Team Player with respect for co‑workers and customers.

Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.

Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including repetitive lifting, and occasional lifting up to 80lbs.

Must be able to work in a multi‑temperature environment including freezer (Temp. -20F);

Physical demands of the position require the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time, lift up to 80lbs on an occasional basis, lift up to 50lbs on a repetitive basis, and work in a multi‑temperature environment (freezer -20F).

High level of accuracy.

Ability to deal with stressful situations in a calm, diplomatic manner.

Be Part of the Legacy!

All employees of Flanagan Foodservice must demonstrate adherence to all Health & Safety and Food Safety practices as well as all Company’s policies and procedures.

Flanagan Foodservice Inc. is not currently using Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of our recruitment screening process.

Flanagan Foodservice Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please let us know by submitting your request to accessibility@flanagan.ca so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations.

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