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Aversan Inc. ( www.aversan.com ) is a trusted multi-service engineering and electronics manufacturing company. Aversan delivers leading-edge and reliable safety-critical electronics and software systems to the aerospace, defence, and space industries.

We are currently seeking a qualified Materials Analyst to support day-to-day materials operations, inventory accuracy, and production flow within a dynamic aerospace/manufacturing environment. The Materials Analyst will be responsible for coordinating material receiving, inspection, put-away, kitting, picking, production order issuance, stock transfers, and outbound deliveries while ensuring compliance with quality and inventory control requirements.

Location: Kanata, ON

Job Type: Full Time

Working Arrangement : On-site

• Receive, inspect, and put away materials in accordance with established site procedures, ensuring materials are handled accurately and appropriately.
• Kit, pick, and issue materials to support production requirements and maintain a smooth flow of materials to production.
• Perform cycle counts and shelf-life control activities to maintain inventory accuracy and support quality compliance.
• Replenish the KANBAN two-bin system and elevate shortages to the Site Supply Specialist as needed to mitigate stock-out risks.
• Process stock transfers and outbound deliveries accurately and on time.
• Support containment, quarantine, and disposition activities for non-conforming materials in accordance with established procedures.
• Process scrap materials in accordance with approved procedures.
• Participate in excess inventory reduction initiatives and lean manufacturing projects and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety requirements and document retention policies.
• Participate in Stores 5S initiatives to support an organized and efficient materials environment.
• Participate in annual physical inventory activities and support related inventory management requirements.
• Support other materials management activities as assigned.

• College diploma in Warehouse Operations, Logistics, Materials Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, materials management, logistics, or a related functional area.
• Hands-on experience with material handling, receiving, inspection, picking, kitting, issuing materials, stock transfers, and shipping/receiving activities.
• Working knowledge of SAP or other ERP/materials management systems, particularly for inventory transactions and material movements.
• Experience maintaining inventory accuracy, including cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, material discrepancies, and inventory adjustments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and other business applications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with Production Scheduling, Quality, Shipping and Receiving, Buyers, Suppliers, Stores, and NPI teams.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, inventory reduction, or process improvement initiatives is an asset.
• Aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing experience is considered a strong asset.
• Knowledge of shelf-life control, non-conforming material handling, scrap processing, and material traceability is an asset.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment while maintaining accuracy, quality, and compliance.

Compensation: 65,000 $ - 80,000 $ CAD (annual salary)

The base salary or rate offered to an applicant within this range is determined by considering several factors, including the individual's geographic location, skills, competencies, and unique qualifications. This ensures compensation is fair and aligned with the specific requirements and attributes of each candidate.

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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