Material Handler

Leonardo DRS; Bedford; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Material Handler to join their dynamic team in Bedford. This role involves crucial inventory management tasks, including loading and unloading materials, preparing kits for production, and ensuring the accuracy of received goods. In a motivating team-based environment, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the development of high-reliability power conversion equipment for military applications. With flexible work hours, competitive compensation, and comprehensive wellness benefits, this position is perfect for someone looking to make a significant impact while enjoying a balanced work/life experience.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Reimbursement for professional development

Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching

Maternity and Parental leave top-up

Vacation and personal days

Sick leave and additional paid days off

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• High school diploma or GED is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and move materials within the plant and warehouse.
• Prepare material kits and ensure accuracy of received products.
• Support Incoming Receiving and Planning as needed.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Time management

Ability to manage multiple assignments

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MRP systems

Excel

Word

Forklift

Job description

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DRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is located in Bedford, Nova Scotia. DRS Pivotal Power is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical applications supporting all branches of the military in Canada, the US and many countries abroad. All products are designed and manufactured in house by our growing team of over 90 employees. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics group and has currently over 30,000 fielded units boasting a field reliability of over 99%.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Material Handler performs inventory related activities related to all materials received. The Material Handler loads, unloads and moves materials within the plant, warehouse, storage facility or worksite and assembles and issues component kits to support product manufacturers.

As a Material Handler, your main responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Receives products, components from Incoming Receiving/Inspection, ensuring accuracy
• Places into inventory any received materials in accordance with internal processes
• Reads work orders or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved
• Prepares material kits to the production floor in accordance with internal processes
• Attaches tags or labels to materials or otherwise marks information
• Opens containers using box cutter, steel cutters, crowbar, claw hammer, or other hand tools
• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand
• Conveys materials to or from storage or worksites to designated areas to include the manufacturing floor by use of hand truck, electric dolly, Forklift, or other device
• Provides support to Incoming Receiving and Planning as needed
• Works under general supervision on duties and tasks that reflect substantial variety and complexity
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

What you require to be successful in the role:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills (written & verbal)
• Self-motivated (works independently)
• Works effectively with teams and facilitates interaction
• Maintains positive working relationships with other team members
• Highly effective organization and planning skills
• Excellent time management skills and able to prioritize and meet work schedules
• Ability to manage multiple assignments
• High school diploma or GED
• Good understanding of MRP systems
• Effective computer skills including Excel and Word

Benefits of working with DRS Pivotal Power:

• A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
• An opportunity to work on industry-leading edge technology
• Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
• Industry leading wellness program including:
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
  • Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Competitive compensation including:
  • Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning
  • Maternity and Parental leave top-up
  • Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off

DRS Pivotal Power Inc., a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is a leader in the development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical military applications. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Naval Electronics Canada Group.

All applicants must fulfill requirements for Canadian security clearance.

Applicants requiring a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.