Materials Handler

Moog; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Paid vacation and personal days

Comprehensive health, dental, vision

Job summary

Moog Focal in Halifax, NS is seeking a Materials Handler to support production by delivering materials and managing Kanban replenishment. The role requires hands-on material handling on the shop floor and accurate ERP/WMS data entry.

You will work onsite in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, coordinating with planning and purchasing to maintain inventory integrity and timely production flow. Forklift experience and safety compliance are important.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing/warehouse environment.
• Familiarity with inventory systems, scanners, or ERP/WMS tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (22 kg) regularly and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver raw materials, components, and packaging supplies to production lines per schedules.
• Monitor Kanban levels and trigger replenishment to avoid stockouts or overstock.
• Inspect materials for damage or discrepancies and report issues.

Skills

Problem solving

Team player

Tools

ERP/WMS tools

Forklift

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title: Materials Handler
Reporting To: Supply Chain Manager
Work Schedule: Onsite – Halifax, NS

Why Moog Focal?

Our Moog culture is unlike any other! Every day, millions of people rely on our products for critical power, communication, and control systems. Whether it’s on land, sea, in the air, or underwater, our industry‑leading technologies enable the reliable operation of robots, sensors, and machinery in harsh environments around the world. At Moog Focal, we are technical leaders in global markets, defining and delivering proven engineering solutions for challenging marine, defense, and industrial applications. We specialize in rugged electro‑optical slip rings, fluid swivels, high‑power electrical swivels, advanced fiber‑optic multiplexers, and subsea control systems. Our pursuit of excellence is driven by our commitment to customers. We value the skill and dedication of our employees above all else. For people looking for inspiring, meaningful work in a warm, respectful, family‑like environment, Moog Focal will feel like home.

Our Team

We are a team of experienced supply chain experts who take responsibility for delivering quality products and services on time. We put forth our absolute best effort on a daily basis. We know that we must be exceptional at our jobs in order to provide the service the company needs. We understand the need for continuous improvement in all our activities and we continually look for ways to improve our process. We treat everyone with respect. We don’t take ourselves too seriously. We want people to be passionate about their work and we believe that we are more productive when we’re at ease and enjoying ourselves. If you are looking to apply your current experience and to add to your skills through on‑the‑job training and through mentorship and coaching this is your opportunity. We provide opportunities to build expertise in specialized and critical technical areas. At Focal you are part of a team.

In This Role, You Will:

• Deliver raw materials, components, and packaging supplies to production lines in accordance with production schedules.
• Manage and replenish materials using Kanban signals/cards to support just‑in‑time (JIT) production.
• Monitor Kanban levels and trigger replenishment to avoid stockouts or overstock situations.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with Planning and Purchasing to address shortages, overstock, or obsolete items.
• Ensure proper material handling to prevent damage, contamination, or loss.
• Remove finished goods, scrap, and empty containers from production areas.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or tuggers (as required).
• Receive incoming shipments and verify quantities and condition against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Inspect materials for damage or discrepancies and report issues as needed.
• Accurately enter receipts into ERP/WMS systems.
• Label, store, and organize materials in designated locations.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure Kanban accuracy and compliance with inventory rules.
• Maintain Visual Management standards for Kanban racks and storage areas.
• Support cycle counts and physical inventories to maintain inventory accuracy.

Who You Are:

• A hands‑on team player who enjoys being on the floor, supporting production, and keeping materials moving efficiently.
• A strong communicator and collaborator who works closely with production, planning, and purchasing teams to solve problems and keep operations on track.
• Detail‑oriented and accurate, with a strong focus on inventory integrity and doing things right the first time.
• Organized and proactive, able to stay on top of multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• A strong communicator and collaborator who works closely with production, planning, and purchasing teams to solve problems and keep operations on track.
• Comfortable with systems and processes, including ERP/WMS tools and structured inventory or Kanban methods.
• Committed to safety and quality, following proper material handling procedures to prevent damage or risk.
• Adaptable and dependable, able to work independently while contributing to overall team success.
• Customer‑focused, building trust through responsiveness and follow‑through.
• Committed to safety and consistent with warehouse best practices.

What You Bring:

• Experience working in a manufacturing, warehouse, or production environment.
• Familiarity with inventory systems, scanners, or ERP/WMS tools.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving ability, particularly in addressing inventory discrepancies or material shortages.
• Ability to operate, or willingness to learn, forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Forklift certification is considered an asset.
• Experience with receiving, inventory control, or cycle counting is considered an asset.
• Exposure to Kanban or just‑in‑time (JIT) inventory systems is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (22 kg) regularly and perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment (noise, temperature variation, etc.) (required).

Benefits of working with us!

• Your Personal Life is important to us.
• Flexible working hours.
• Paid Vacation, personal days and other additional company paid days off.
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverages available on first day of hire, including sickness/disability coverages.
• Competitive Total Pay compensation package, including matching Retirement Savings program and access to complimentary financial advice, Company Profit sharing plan.
• Family and Employee assistance program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA & PWA (Healthcare Spending and Personal Wellness accounts).
• Employee Service Anniversary Recognition program.
• Employee Referral program.

Controlled Good Regulations

Moog Focal follows Controlled Good Regulations. Candidates must be able to apply for registration which entails being willing to provide consent to a Controlled Goods security assessment either at time of hire or at another time while employed with Moog Focal and be either a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident in Canada.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We make diversity, equity, and inclusion a priority. Our goal is to create a culture where we value, respect, and provide fair treatment and equal opportunities for all employees. Moog aspires to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company where employees are empowered to bring their whole, authentic selves to work every day. By recognizing and celebrating our differences, we cultivate an environment that’s the right fit for every person inside of it.