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Receiver/Material Handler

Simfront Simulation Systems Corporation

Simfront Simulation Systems Corporation

Ottawa, ON, Canada
USD 42k-51k / year + Equity
Posted on Mar 19, 2026

Receiver/Material Handler

3.4 out of 5 stars
Ottawa, ON

Job details

Job type

  • Full-time

Benefits
Pulled from the full job description

  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Paid time off
  • Work from home
  • RRSP
  • Flexible schedule

Full job description

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

The Reciever/Material Handler will exercise attention to detail and organizational skills to receive, inspect goods and accurately select and prepare components for production. They will fulfill manufacturing floor requirements, pick production orders, and update our electronic inventory management system (SAP) when necessary. They will have the opportunity to assist in material management through management of non-conforming material, troubleshooting material issues, and assisting with inventory counts.

Responsibilities

  • Accurately and efficiently receive vendor deliveries by inspecting for damage, confirming material and paperwork (packing slip) against original purchase order and updating ERP (SAP) system accordingly
  • Receive and put away and/or provide raw material and/or semi-finished goods from/to SMT production line, subcontractor, cable assembly line and Engineering team
  • Update inventory management systems in Excel and SAP as required
  • Maintain and organize the warehouse by ensuring materials are stored appropriately, and moved to point of use as required possibly using a pallet jack
  • Ensure parts are securely and appropriately wrapped and transported to production
  • Assist in completing inventory and cycle counting and identify and troubleshoot inventory inaccuracies
  • Create product labels in SAP, and label incoming inventory with product labels and WHMIS
  • Receive in SAP all the parts delivered
  • Contact the appropriate person if there are issues with the part or the courier
  • Ensure all required information is with the parts and the correct ones were received compared to PO’s
  • Some parts require incoming inspection, so parts will need to be measured and compared to drawings with assistance from Quality team
  • Assist with shipping during peak times
  • Other duties as required within the context of the role

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year of warehouse experience
  • Experience in receiving, and/or material handling
  • Experience using pallet jacks and/or certified forklift is an asset
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to reliable personal transportation that can be used for business purposes as the need arises
  • Experience in SAP is an asset
  • Willingness to obtain Transportation of Dangerous Goods certification
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • A clear sense of urgency to achieve results. A “can-do”, “let’s make it happen” attitude and a focus on a positive customer experience
  • Commitment to continuous quality improvement and work process evolution
  • Interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others
  • Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
  • Sense of urgency with the ability to respond to rapidly changing priorities in a timely and efficient manner
  • Ability to follow documented procedures

Compensation

$42,000-$51,000

Vacancy

We have 1 available position(s).

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.

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Perks and benefits

    Flexible work hours
    Robust company-paid benefits
    Generous time off package
    A balanced approach to work and life
    Stock purchase plan
    RRSP program*
    Work from home options
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