Materials Analyst

Aversan Inc; Canada; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aversan Inc. in Kanata, ON, is seeking a qualified Materials Analyst to support day-to-day materials operations, inventory accuracy, and production flow in a dynamic aerospace/manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on material receiving, inspection, put-away, kitting, picking, stock transfers, and outbound deliveries while ensuring quality compliance. Responsibilities include cycle counts, shelf-life control, Kanban replenishment, and participation in lean initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in warehouse operations, inventory control or related field.
• Hands-on material handling, receiving, inspection, picking, kitting, issuing, stock transfers, shipping/receiving.
• Experience with SAP or ERP systems for inventory transactions.
• Inventory accuracy through cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and put away materials following site procedures.
• Kit, pick, and issue materials to support production and ensure smooth flow.
• Perform cycle counts and shelf-life control to maintain accuracy.
• Replenish Kanban two-bin system and prevent stock-outs.
• Process stock transfers and outbound deliveries on time.
• Support containment, quarantine, and disposition of non-conforming materials.
• Process scrap materials per procedures and participate in lean initiatives.
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance and document retention.
• Participate in 5S and annual inventory activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

College diploma in Warehouse Operations / Logistics / Materials Management / Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Materials Analyst

Aversan Inc. ( www.aversan.com ) is a trusted multi-service engineering and electronics manufacturing company. Aversan delivers leading-edge and reliable safety-critical electronics and software systems to the aerospace, defence, and space industries.

We are currently seeking a qualified Materials Analyst to support day-to-day materials operations, inventory accuracy, and production flow within a dynamic aerospace/manufacturing environment. The Materials Analyst will be responsible for coordinating material receiving, inspection, put-away, kitting, picking, production order issuance, stock transfers, and outbound deliveries while ensuring compliance with quality and inventory control requirements.

Location: Kanata, ON

Job Type: Full Time

Working Arrangement : On-site

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and put away materials in accordance with established site procedures, ensuring materials are handled accurately and appropriately.
• Kit, pick, and issue materials to support production requirements and maintain a smooth flow of materials to production.
• Perform cycle counts and shelf-life control activities to maintain inventory accuracy and support quality compliance.
• Replenish the KANBAN two-bin system and eliminate shortages to the Site Supply Specialist as needed to mitigate stock-out risks.
• Process stock transfers and outbound deliveries accurately and on time.
• Support containment, quarantine, and disposition activities for non-conforming materials in accordance with established procedures.
• Process scrap materials in accordance with approved procedures.
• Participate in excess inventory reduction initiatives and lean manufacturing projects and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety requirements and document retention policies.
• Participate in Stores 5S initiatives to support an organized and efficient materials environment.
• Participate in annual physical inventory activities and support related inventory management requirements.
• Support other materials management activities as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• College diploma in Warehouse Operations, Logistics, Materials Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, materials management, logistics, or a related functional area.
• Hands-on experience with material handling, receiving, inspection, picking, kitting, issuing materials, stock transfers, and shipping/receiving activities.
• Working knowledge of SAP or other ERP/materials management systems, particularly for inventory transactions and material movements.
• Experience maintaining inventory accuracy, including cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, material discrepancies, and inventory adjustments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and other business applications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with Production Scheduling, Quality, Shipping and Receiving, Buyers, Suppliers, Stores, and NPI teams.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, inventory reduction, or process improvement initiatives is an asset.
• Aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing experience is considered a strong asset.
• Knowledge of shelf-life control, non-conforming material handling, scrap processing, and material traceability is an asset.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment while maintaining accuracy, quality, and compliance.

Compensation: 65,000 $ - 80,000 $ CAD (annual salary)

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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