Quality Control & Inventory Support

Ippolito; Burlington; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ippolito Fruit and Produce Ltd. is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control and Inventory Support to join our Inventory Control team in Burlington, Ontario.

This role supports daily quality, food safety, inventory, and distribution activities to help ensure products meet internal standards and customer expectations. You will monitor product quality, document shipment activity, and promote a clean, safe, and food-safe work environment while supporting FIFO rotation.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of distribution experience, preferably in food industry.
• Supervisory experience in distribution is an asset.
• Health and safety training is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with inventory and documentation.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs comfortably.

Responsibilities

• Support quality standards, policies, procedures, and monitoring systems.
• Document shipments in compliance with food safety requirements.
• Ensure production and sales goals are met with quality products.
• Support FIFO-based product rotation unless directed otherwise.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment across departments.
• Provide health, safety, and environmental protection support.
• Assist Grower Relations in monitoring grower food safety and quality.
• Review shortages, overages, and Days on Hand aging in Distribution Centre.
• Assist with inbound/outbound shipment data: cases, pallets, workload, movement volumes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

Post-secondary education a plus

Job description

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Quality Control and Inventory Support

Ippolito Fruit and Produce Ltd. is looking for a detail-oriented and organized Quality Control and Inventory Support team member to join our Inventory Control department. This role supports daily quality, food safety, inventory, and distribution activities to help ensure our products meet internal standards and customer expectations.

The successful candidate will play an important role in monitoring product quality, supporting inventory accuracy, documenting shipment activity, and promoting a clean, safe, and food-safe work environment.

What You’ll Do

• Support the execution of quality standards, policies, procedures, and monitoring systems.
• Complete documentation in compliance with food safety requirements.
• Help ensure production and sales goals are met with quality product.
• Support proper product rotation using FIFO practices unless otherwise directed.
• Promote a clean and safe work environment across departments.
• Provide support related to health, safety, and environmental protection.
• Assist the Grower Relations team in monitoring grower food safety and quality standards.
• Review and report shortages, overages, and Days on Hand aging information within the Distribution Centre.
• Assist with compiling inbound and outbound shipment data, including cases, pallets, workload distribution, and movement volumes.
• Review and document product rejections and shipping errors for management review.
• Flexibility to travel between our locations at 1060 Howard Road and 201 North Service Road in Burlington, Ontario.

What You Bring

• Post-secondary education is considered an asset.
• 2–3 years of previous distribution experience, preferably in the food industry.
• Previous supervisory experience in a distribution role is considered an asset.
• Previous health and safety training is considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when working with inventory, shipment, and quality documentation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced distribution environment and lift 50lbs comfortably.
• A team-focused approach with a commitment to food safety, quality, and workplace safety.

Why Join Us?

At Ippolito, you’ll be part of a team that values quality, food safety, safety, and dependable service. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on work in a busy distribution environment and takes pride in supporting accurate, efficient operations.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday | 7:00 am to 4:00 pm

Work Arrangement: On-site
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent , Non-Union
Compensation: $21.00 per hour

Work Location: 1060 Howard Road , Burlington, Ontario

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At the Ippolito Group, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that every individual has unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives to offer, and we actively seek to create an environment where all employees, job applicants, and stakeholders feel valued, respected, and empowered.

As a job applicant, we encourage you to be your authentic self throughout the application process. Should you require any accommodations please let your recruiter know. Your unique experiences and perspectives are valuable to us and contribute to our collective success. We welcome your questions, feedback, and suggestions as we continue to grow and improve our equity and inclusion initiatives.