Warehouse Coordinator

Are you an organized, detail-oriented professional looking to take the next step in your logistics career? Randstad Canada is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Coordinator for a premier client in Brantford, Ontario. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a fast-paced environment where your skills in supply chain coordination, shipping, and receiving will directly impact operational success.

As a global leader in talent solutions, Randstad matches top professionals with leading employers. For this temporary-to-permanent position within our manufacturing & logistics specialization, our expert recruiters are looking for a reliable individual who thrives in a dynamic setting and understands that strong attendance is a critical pillar of daily operational triumph.

About the Role
In this Warehouse Coordinator position, you will be the core link between carriers, customer service, and warehouse personnel. Working within our manufacturing & logistics division, you will manage both inbound and outbound activities to ensure all materials, supplies, and products are seamlessly processed. This role features a steady, rewarding continental shift schedule running from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, allowing for excellent work-life balance with predictable days off. The competitive starting pay rate for this position is $28.00/hr.

Because this position is based in Brantford, Ontario, the operational language of the facility is English. Excellent communication skills in English are required to effectively coordinate with local truck drivers, log shipping schedules, and collaborate with internal warehouse management teams.

Randstad Operational: Secure a job that complements your skills, supports work-life balance, and powers your goals. Get access to a range of job opportunities through permanent, temp, or contract roles with the best employers, plus ongoing training from a trusted partner who cares about your working life and well-being.

Advantages
• Competitive hourly pay rate of $28.00/hr paid weekly.
• Stable continental shift schedule (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) providing long weekends and consistent hours.
• Opportunity to work with an industry-leading employer in Brantford, Ontario.
• Safe, modern workspace environment utilizing top-tier inventory and shipping software.
• Access to ongoing professional support and career guidance through Randstad’s expert recruiters.

Responsibilities
• Print pick sheets and efficiently distribute copies to the warehouse department.
• Schedule carriers for freight pick up and obtain precise freight rates for quotes.
• Process inbound and outbound loads using the TMC Portal and JDE shipping/receiving screens.
• Process critical bills of lading, packing lists, and prepare export documentation when required.
• Review the daily shipping schedule and proactively update changes to prevent logistical delays.
• Act as the primary liaison between carriers, customer service, and facility warehouse personnel.
• Communicate all customer or carrier issues, including stock discrepancies, late appointments, or trailer defects.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shipping office and work area in compliance with plant goals.
• Adhere strictly to established Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP) and safety compliance requirements.
• Demonstrate outstanding daily attendance and punctuality to support continuous manufacturing & logistics workflows.

Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent educational certification.
• Valid, verifiable forklift operator certification with practical experience.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced shipping, receiving, or warehouse environment.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, utilize computer workstations, and safely climb on/off a forklift up to 6 times per hour.
• Physical capacity to work on a production floor using required PPE (Safety Shoes, Safety Eyewear, Hi-Viz Vest, Hearing Protection).
• Acute hearing sufficient to recognize and respond to facility alarms, warnings, and forklift horns.
• Absolute commitment to excellent attendance, reliability, and punctuality.
• Thorough operational knowledge of freight classes, LTL (Less-Than-Truckload), and T/L (Truckload) shipping metrics.
• Strong computer literacy with proven proficiency in JDE, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and specialized logistics portals.
• Certified proficiency in operating a forklift, backed by a successfully passed written test and evaluation.
• Knowledge of product incoming inspection requirements to ensure high-quality material control.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills to interact professionally across departments.
• Exceptional time management and the ability to work independently or collaboratively in a high-pressure environment.

Summary
At Randstad Canada, we are committed to helping you build a successful career path that aligns with your professional ambitions. If you are a dependable professional ready to excel as a Warehouse Coordinator in Brantford, Ontario, we want to hear from you. Our recruiters are experts in the manufacturing & logistics sector and are ready to help you take this next exciting step. Apply directly on our website today or reach out to a Randstad recruiter to jumpstart your application!

If this specific position doesn't perfectly align with what you are looking for, please reach out to us for a confidential discussion about other rewarding career opportunities that match your expertise.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.