About Calian
At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government.
We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected.
If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team.
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
We are looking for a Material Handler to support our Manufacturing operations in our Saskatoon warehouse. In this hands-on role, you will help keep materials moving accurately and efficiently by receiving and inspecting goods, preparing components for production, maintaining inventory records, and supporting day-to-day warehouse operations.
You will work both independently and collaboratively within an eight-person team, helping troubleshoot material and inventory issues while maintaining a strong focus on accuracy, safety, and service to production.
Responsibilities
- Accurately and efficiently pick work orders and prepare materials required for production
- Receive incoming parts and ensure quantities, documentation, and purchase order information are accurate
- Receive and update inventory within SAP and maintain inventory information using Excel
- Organize and maintain warehouse materials, ensuring parts are stored appropriately and moved to their required point of use
- Securely wrap, label, and transport parts and materials to production
- Support inventory and cycle counts and investigate inventory discrepancies
- Create product labels in SAP and label incoming inventory with applicable product and WHMIS information
- Identify and escalate issues involving parts, deliveries, or couriers to the appropriate contact
- Complete incoming inspections when required, including measuring parts and comparing them against drawings
- Follow required procedures for the handling and storage of specialized parts, including ESD-sensitive components
- Support additional material handling and warehouse activities as required
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to obtain a Canadian Government Security Clearance at the Reliability level as well as a Controlled Goods Clearance
- Approximately 1+ years of hands on warehouse experience
- Experience with receiving, order picking, material handling, or related warehouse activities
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and troubleshoot straightforward inventory or material issues
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Ability to follow documented procedures and adapt to changing priorities with a sense of urgency
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- A positive, can-do approach with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement
Additional Requirements
- Experience using SAP is considered an asset
- Experience using pallet jacks is considered an asset
- A valid Class 5 driver’s licence and access to reliable personal transportation may be required for occasional travel to another company location
- Willingness to obtain Transportation of Dangerous Goods certification
- Ability to perform regular physical work, including lifting, pulling, pushing, and standing in warehouse and production environments
- Ability to learn and follow site-specific material storage and handling processes, including requirements for ESD-sensitive components
Compensation
TBD.
Position Type
We have 1 full-time, permanent, salaried position available.
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AI Usage Disclosure
At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team.
How we hire
- Our hiring process is designed to help us get to know you and discover if you are the best fit for our team. It's also an opportunity for you to gauge if a role at Calian is the right fit for you.
Throughout the process, we’ll share details of the kind of work you’ll be doing, the projects you’ll be working on, the team you’ll be joining, and what it’s like working at Calian. Our biggest tip throughout the process is to just be your authentic self!
- Our commitment to diverse, yet highly specialized solutions require many different skills and abilities. We look for the best talent that can contribute to Calian’s success as well as enhance our culture. We encourage you to apply to a role or join our talent community and sign up for job alerts that match your area of expertise and what you are looking for in your next opportunity.
During the recruiting process, you’re encouraged to notify us of any accommodations you may require. We’ll be happy to help.
- We give the same time and consideration to everyone who applies. Here are a few things you can do to ensure your application shines:
- Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join
- Add a cover letter that explains why you are a good fit for this position
- Share a portfolio, personal websites, or links to your professional social media
- In your CV, highlight your key achievements - this is your time to brag
- Include dates! Share the timeline of your experience
- Stand out by tailoring your resume to each position you apply to
- Only apply to roles you’re genuinely interested in and that align to your experience
- Be prepared! Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join
- View the responsibilities for the role and find examples that demonstrate how you’ve completed these in your previous work experience
- Prepare a list of questions to ask us
- Dress business casual for your interview (virtual and in person)
- We assess your skills and fit, you assess our fit for you
- We keep you updated and share expectations as we make progress in the recruiting cycle
- Feel free to reach out to your Talent Acquisition Specialist at any time during the hiring process
Perks and benefits
- Competitive, company-paid benefits
- Generous time off package
- Stock purchase plan
- RRSP program
- Flexible work hours for eligible roles
- Programs to support employee health and well-being
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