Materials Handler

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…