Inventory Control / Production Support Specialist
Descon has been providing integrated packaging solutions for the food and beverage industries since 1993. We specialize in efficient systems using great products and innovative solutions and with experience handling complex containers utilizing the latest technology. From start to finish, we guide our clients through implementing an integrated packaging solution. Leveraging the collective expertise and resources of our parent company, Pacteon Group, Descon designs and builds premium processing & packaging equipment for leading global brands in soda, bottled water, beer, frozen food, bread, energy drinks, and other RTD (Ready-to-Drink) industries. Descon’s conveyors and equipment are backed with the Pacteon Promise: We Make It Right!
Our highly responsive and collaborative team consists of approximately 115 employees who are focused, capable, and passionate about what they do. We are a growing company offering career opportunities to advance and grow. We’re always looking for qualified, dynamic, and passionate people to join our team. If you thrive on solving problems and can tackle challenges head-on, we want to hear from you.
Due to sustained growth, we are currently looking for a Inventory Control/Production Support Specialist to join our growing team:
Key Responsibilities
- Pick and prepare materials from inventory to support production and project requirements.
- Return unused materials and components to inventory while maintaining accurate inventory records.
- Receive, inspect, organize, and store incoming materials in designated locations.
- Allocate materials to production orders and projects, recording all inventory transactions accurately.
- Identify and assign excess materials for future projects or appropriate storage.
- Sort, identify, and manage scrap materials to maximize recycling and material recovery.
- Operate metal cutting equipment, including band saws and other cutting equipment, to prepare flat bar, tubing, round bar, and other steel materials to required specifications.
- Safely move and handle steel materials using appropriate lifting equipment and established safe work practices.
- Participate in cycle counts and physical inventory counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company standards.
- Collaborate with Purchasing, Production, and Project teams to ensure materials are available when required.
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and health and safety requirements.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, material handling, or a related manufacturing role is preferred.
- Experience working with steel products or in a manufacturing environment is considered an asset.
- Experience operating metal cutting equipment, or the ability and willingness to learn.
- Basic understanding of inventory management systems and material tracking processes.
- Ability to read and interpret work orders, material lists, and production documentation.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Forklift certification is an asset, or willingness to obtain certification.
- Ability to regularly lift and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs (23 kg). Heavier materials are moved using appropriate mechanical lifting equipment.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday.
· Computer proficient, especially with Microsoft office and Excel.
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Work Location: In person
