Senior Material Handler

Job Responsibility: DRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is located in Bedford, Nova Scotia. DRS Pivotal Power is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical applications supporting all branches of the military in Canada, the US and many countries abroad. All products are designed and manufactured in house by our growing team of over 60 employees. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics group and has currently over 30,000 fielded units boasting a field reliability of over 99%. Job Summary Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Material Handler will be responsible for day to day receiving, order picking, and delivery to our production team. They will work on site at our location in Bedford, NS. Job Responsibilities

• Load, unload and move materials within or near plant, warehouse, storage facility or worksite.
• Work with the team to improve current system, functions, and daily operations to more effectively meet goals
• Maintain system critical data elements
• May monitor shipping performance to Delivery Tracking Schedule (DTS) and ensure movement of product from production through packaging to shipping
• Perform materials analysis and maintains records as required in support of cycle counting operations and performance measurement
• Read work orders or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved
• Open containers using steel cutters, crowbar, claw hammer, or other hand tools
• Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand
• Load materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit, using hand tools
• Convey materials to or from storage or worksites to designated areas to include the manufacturing floor by use of hand truck, electric dolly, Forklift, or other device
• Count, weigh, and record materials moved or handled in an ERP system
• Attach tags or label to materials or otherwise marks information
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Work under general supervision on duties and tasks that reflect substantial variety and complexity

What you require to be successful in the role:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills (written & verbal)
• Self-motivated (works independently)
• Maintains positive working relationships with other team members
• Highly effective organization and planning skills
• Excellent time management skills and able to prioritize and meet work schedules
• Ability to manage multiple assignments
• Maintain forklift certification (we will provide appropriate training)
• Highschool diploma or GED
• Good understanding of MRP systems
• Effective computer skills including Excel and Word

Benefits of working with DRS Pivotal Power:

• A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
• An opportunity to work on industry leading edge technology
• Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
• Industry leading wellness program including:
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
  • Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Competitive compensation including:
  • Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning
  • Maternity and Parental leave top-up
  • Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off

About DRS Pivotal Power DRS Pivotal Power Inc., a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is a leader in the development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical military applications. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Naval Electronics Canada Group. All applicants must fulfill requirements for Canadian security clearance. Applicants requiring a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants may apply to this position online at careers. #DRSCanada