Materiel Management Technician

The Opportunity

Maintain inventory security, quality control and effective materiel handling operations.

Administer inventory policies and procedures. Provide highest quality service to internal/external customers.

Maintenance of facility and equipment to facilitate efficient operation and a safe working environment.

Working knowledge of J.D. Edwards Inventory module in order to create and expedite inventory orders.

• Material Handling & Logistics Operations
  - Receive, store, pick, load, and distribute materials; coordinate shipments and deliveries while ensuring safe handling, including hazardous materials (WHMIS compliance).
• Inventory System Management & Procurement Support
  - Maintain accurate inventory records in a computerized system, process transactions (issues, returns, transfers), create purchase orders, track orders, and support inventory-related inquiries.
• Inventory Control, Quality & Security
  - Inspect incoming and returned goods for quality and accuracy, perform inventory counts, resolve discrepancies, and ensure secure access to storage areas.
• Customer Service & Support
  - Provide assistance to staff, departments, suppliers, and the public regarding inventory, procedures, and stock availability; support training and respond to inquiries.
• Equipment Operation & Facility Support
  - Operate forklifts, vehicles, and tools to move materials; perform basic facility, yard, and equipment maintenance.
• Administrative, Compliance & Safety Responsibilities
  - Maintain documentation and records, support audits and reporting, follow health and safety regulations, and participate in safety programs and emergency response activities.

• Grade 12 education.
• 1 year directly related experience including directing warehouse and stores operations, inventory control and materiel management activities for a large organization.
• Knowledge of inventory principles and procedures as applied in a computer environment. Previous experience with JD Edwards inventory software would be an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s license.
• Ability to organize and prioritise. Ability to process information within tight deadlines.
• Valid First Aid certificate.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with fellow staff and provide direction and feedback regarding performance of duties.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word and Excel).
• Ability to work with independence.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed inventory procedures accurately.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with the public and employees.
• Must be experienced in forklift truck operation.
• Must be able to perform routine maintenance on various forklift trucks and other materiel handling equipment.
• Must be able to perform general maintenance for Stores facilities.
• Must be in good physical condition to be able to exert moderate to high physical effort in lifting and moving heavy objects and to work in fatiguing and/or awkward positions.
• Must be willing to work under disagreeable working conditions such as exposure to weather, dust, grease, noise, odours and chemicals.

Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 417

Regular Full-time

$34.45 to $36.26 per hour

80 hours biweekly Monday to Friday. Some evenings and weekend work may be required.