Inventory Control Worker

Are you a hands-on manufacturing & logistics specialist looking for a position that combines active warehouse operations with direct client engagement? We are seeking an energetic, dependable Visible Inventory (VI) Inventory Control Worker in Cambridge, ON. In this dynamic role within our manufacturing & logistics sector, you will act as a key liaison between internal operations and valued industrial partners across the region. You will spend your workday performing essential material handling and order assembly inside the warehouse while also taking the driver's seat in a company-provided vehicle to conduct daily on-site inventory management and basic equipment maintenance at local client facilities.

As a Visible Inventory (VI) Inventory Control Worker, your day-to-day duties keep supply chains running smoothly. From picking, packing, and managing stock to performing light technical troubleshooting on inventory sensors and mechanical hardware, you ensure that clients always have the right components when they need them. Candidates with experience in industrial manufacturing & logistics environments, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to safety will thrive in this role.

Because this position is based in Cambridge, Ontario, the primary language of daily operation, customer interaction, and documentation is English. Effective verbal and written English communication skills are required to interface with local clients, maintain calibration logs, and collaborate with internal supply chain teams.

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Advantages
• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $22.00 to $26.00/hour based on experience.
• Predictable full-time schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (40 hours/week).
• Access to a dedicated company vehicle for all work-related client visits and deliveries.
• Balanced work schedule spending time both in the warehouse and on the road interacting with clients.
• Comprehensive safety equipment provided, alongside a strong culture of workplace health and safety.
• Opportunity to work within the expanding manufacturing & logistics sector with long-term career stability.

Responsibilities
• Safely operate company vehicles to perform daily local deliveries and manage inventory restocking at customer sites.
• Maintain, organize, and monitor Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI/VI) stock levels directly on client premises.
• Perform basic technical maintenance, sensor replacements, relabeling, and minor troubleshooting on inventory systems.
• Build and maintain positive face-to-face relationships with key client personnel, acting as a trusted company representative.
• Identify potential client needs, gathering feedback and communicating growth opportunities to account managers.
• Pick, pack, kit, and process orders accurately inside the local warehouse facility.
• Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts and order pickers, adhering to all safety protocols.
• Complete routine inventory counts, audit logs, and calibration records with high accuracy.
• Maintain clean, compliant, and safe working spaces at both the warehouse and client facilities.

Qualifications
Skills
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills for daily customer interaction.
• Solid mechanical aptitude and familiarity with industrial fasteners, components, or hardware.
• Practical material handling and order preparation abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Time-management and route planning capabilities to ensure punctual client visits.
• Problem-solving aptitude for performing minor technical maintenance and inventory troubleshooting.

Requirements
• 3+ years of experience in warehouse, logistics, material handling, or customer service environments.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract (mandatory for operating company vehicles).
• High School Diploma required; post-secondary education in Logistics, Business, or Sales is an asset.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted (and up to 60 lbs assisted) on a regular basis.
• Active Forklift Certification or willingness to become certified is considered a strong asset.

Summary
At Randstad, our recruitment experts specialize in placing top talent in fulfilling manufacturing & logistics careers with leading employers. If you are looking to advance your career as a Visible Inventory (VI) Inventory Control Worker, apply today to connect directly with our specialized team!

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