Material Handler 1 (24-month contract)

Creation Technologies Inc.; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligibility

Transit accessible site

Job summary

Creation Technologies Inc. is hiring a Material Handler 1 to support electronics manufacturing operations in Vancouver, BC.

The role focuses on inventory control, kitting, stocking, and accurate ERP ledger updates to ensure production efficiency and quality. The candidate should have a high school diploma, basic math, Excel is a plus, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic arithmetic and measurement in multiple units.
• Basic computer navigation and email usage.
• Proficient business English communication, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, team environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory organization and cycle counts by location, count, and status.
• Transact materials in ERP system to match physical movements.
• Pick, count, label, and transact parts for production per pick lists.
• Expedite materials to support manufacturing operations.
• Maintain in-process inventory at point-of-use stations.
• Verify counts and investigate discrepancies.
• Count inventory with reel counters and scales.
• Handle packaging per tape and reel specifications.
• Follow safety and 5S standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team orientation

Basic computer navigation

English communication

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Excel

ERP system

Job description

The Material Handler 1 performs inventory control activities to support the electronics manufacturing process, contributing to operational efficiency, product quality, and customer satisfaction. Their main tasks include kitting materials for production orders, handling and stocking inventory to Creation and electronics industry standards, and precisely recording movement of inventory in the electronic inventory control systems. Successful Material Handlers have a high attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and basic computer navigation skills DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to: • Maintain inventory organization & cycle count by location, count, and status • Transact material in ERP system to match physical movement of parts • Accurately pick, count, label, and transact parts for production operations according to pick lists and ad hoc requests • Expedite materials and transactions to support manufacturing operations • Maintains and delivers in-process inventory to point-of-use work stations • Verify inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts of stock, and investigate discrepancies or adjust errors • Utilize reel counters and scales to accurately count inventory • Uses a variety of packaging and handling methods to protect the materials from damage including electrostatic discharge prevention and moisture sensitive parts • Store and organize parts considering material handling guidance including FIFO, locator organization, weight, etc. • Enter cycle counts in ERP system • Process inventory adjustments while following approval hierarchy • Bake parts following part specifications • Select the correct pocket and tape for tape and reel packaging • Follow specifications for orientation of parts in trays and on tape and reel • Maintain safety and 5S workplace organization standards • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: Required • High School diploma, GED, or equivalency • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals • Basic computer navigation skills, including email applications • Proficient English business communications skills, both written and verbal • Ability to work closely with others and have good communication skills • Must have attention to detail • Excellent organization skills • Be flexible, adaptable, able and willing to modify activities and direction with a dynamic business environment • Able to efficiently work in a high-volume, fast-paced, team environment Preferred • Ability to download, view, and edit Excel documents • Ability to work flexible schedules • Use of powered material handling equipment (i.e., pallet jack) • Experience handling electronic components **Physical Demands*** Controlled manufacturing environment* Work is performed in sitting, standing, reaching and stooped positions. Standing for long periods of time in a manufacturing line doing repetitive tasks.* Repetitive hand motions* Strong situational awareness of surroundings to ensure personal safety and prevent potential hazards in a manufacturing environment.* Color identification is a requirement of the role* Ability to safety lift up to 40 lbs **Other Details*** This is a fixed term 24-month full-time contract, eligible for benefits* Base pay range: $19.50 - $25 per hour* Work shift: Day (7AM-3:30PM Monday to Friday); site is transit accessible* Need to be legally eligible to work in British Columbia, Canada, full-time for any employer* Will require color vision test and background check* Flexibility for overtime