Junior Material Handler

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Material Handler and Inventory Checker to join our machine shop team. In this role, you will be responsible for receiving raw materials, organizing shop inventory, and ensuring our machinists have the correct stock to keep production running efficiently. This is an entry-level position with excellent opportunities to learn the fundamentals of manufacturing logistics, material grades (steel, aluminium, plastics), and inventory management systems.

Your role

Material Handling & Logistics:

• Safely load and unload incoming deliveries of raw metal stock, hardware, and shop supplies.
• Stage raw materials (bars, plates, castings) at designated machining stations based on production schedules.
• Operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, and eventually forklifts (training provided) to move heavy loads.
• Deburr or prep materials roughly for production if required by shop guidelines.

Inventory Control & Verification:

• Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing slips to ensure accuracy in quantity and material type.
• Perform routine cycle counts and physical inventory checks of raw stock, tooling, and hardware.
• Update the ERP/inventory software to log material movements, usage, and discrepancies.
• Label and tag all incoming materials with heat numbers, material grades, and job routing sheets to maintain strict traceability.

Shop Safety & Organization:

• Maintain a clean and organized material storage area following 5S or shop cleanliness standards.
• Dispose of metal chips, scrap metal, and industrial waste into appropriate recycling bins.
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

About you

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer literacy to input data into inventory spreadsheets or software.
• Basic math skills for counting parts and measuring material dimensions using tape measures or callipers.
• Strong attention to detail to spot discrepancies between paperwork and physical inventory.
• Physical stamina to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and stand/walk for extended periods on a concrete shop floor.

Preferred (But Not Required):

• Forklift certification is a plus, though we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or machine shop environment.
• Familiarity with metal types (e.g., carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminium, brass).

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Worker Type

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