Material Handler (6-Month Temporary)

Work is assigned daily by supervisor, Lead Hand or through MRP system. Work is prioritized and monitored by task progress/completion and metrics e.g. kit accuracy, cycle counting time, quality.

Accountable for the timely completion and quality of own work. Responsible to safeguard people, equipment and property within stated guidelines in the completion of tasks.

Uses initiative to move to next task without instruction, provide appropriate customer service (parts window) and maintain orderly work area.

Communicates effectively (verbal/written) with team members and interacts with internal and external customers.

May provide guidance to Material Helper; assists team members to achieve assigned tasks; keeps team and supervisor informed of progress and situations requiring attention of others.

Contributes ideas to improve processes.

Equivalent to a Grade 12 level of education at an Ontario secondary school.

Requires over 1 year up to and including 2 years of related experience in inventory management in a manufacturing or warehouse environment. Basic computer skills. Experience with company ERP system. Valid provincial driver’s license and forklift operator’s license.

Must take the Safe Lifting Practices course

As part of the interview process, candidates may be required to complete a physical assessment to ensure they can safely perform the essential duties of the role (e.g., lifting, carrying, and operating equipment).

Physical Effort Daily labour including bending, pushing/pulling, walking, climbing (ladder or stairs). Lifting, carrying, handling materials and units (<50lbs).

Daily labour including bending, pushing/pulling, walking, climbing (ladder or stairs).

Lifting, carrying, handling materials and units (<50lbs).

Sensory Effort Extended periods of visual attention for reading, comparing, matching and counting.

Extended periods of visual attention for reading, comparing, matching and counting.

Working Environment Works with heavy equipment and tools daily. Some exposure to dust/dirt and adverse weather conditions (loading dock, driving truck). Required to handle Chemicals and decant from supplied containers. Extensive repetition when preparing kits. Moderate interruptions to serve customers at parts window. Responsible for daily safety checks for the forklift.

Works with heavy equipment and tools daily. Some exposure to dust/dirt and adverse weather conditions (loading dock, driving truck).

Required to handle Chemicals and decant from supplied containers.

Extensive repetition when preparing kits.

Moderate interruptions to serve customers at parts window.

Responsible for daily safety checks for the forklift.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.

Purposeful Innovation : You’ll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. You’ll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. You’ll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity, new ideas, and modern solutions.

Connection : We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong, and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world-class quality we’re known for. Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.

Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways: Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training, you’ll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas, broaden your skillset, and expand your network. You’ll be working on high-profile, impactful projects that challenge your skills, expand your expertise, and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.

If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via recruitment@gd-ms.ca .

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.