Material Attendant
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If you are a skilled trades person or interested in skilled trades and continuous learning in a safety-focused environment, working at CN could be a great fit for you. You’ll be working on all types of equipment and structures designed to support the distribution of freight across North America. Enjoy paid training and evolve your skills. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us and get your career moving!
Job Summary
The Material Attendant is responsible for receiving, validating, stocking, issuing and reconciling materials to support warehouse and shop operations. The incumbent maintains inventory accuracy in SAP, ensures materials are stored in valid bin locations, processes stock movements and core returns, and supports timely replenishment through effective inventory control practices.
Major Responsibilities
- Receive materials, validate deliveries, complete SAP receipts and ensure materials are stocked in the warehouse with accurate documentation
- Process goods issues for stock transport order shipments and material reservations, including required paperwork
- Ensure all stocked material has valid bin locations and maintain an organized, efficient warehouse environment
- Perform daily demand counts and reconcile inventory to the correct work order to support inventory accuracy
- Notify the appropriate contacts when material levels are low to support timely stock replenishment
- Charge material to locomotives through work orders as directed by the Supervisor
Support inventory level monitoring and adjustments and perform the physical movement of materials using material handling equipment, including forklifts
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Working Conditions
- The incumbent performs the work in a combination of office, warehouse and outdoor environments in various types of weather conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday
- The incumbent is required to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- The incumbent is required to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment
- The incumbent must have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
The incumbent must be able to work in a team environment as well as independently in a self-driven, organized manner and be able to multi-task
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Requirements
- Must be a qualified Material Handler or be able to qualify as a Material Handler
- Must be a CN-certified forklift operator or be able to qualify and be medically fit to operate a forklift
- Must have a valid Driver’s License
- Must have sound knowledge of inventory control practices and demonstrate proficiency in SAP, SRM, Excel and Word
- Must be aware of the rules and regulations related to the transportation and handling of dangerous goods and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), and pass a proficiency test if required
- Must have sound knowledge of core inventory processes and the ability to identify EMD core materials
- Must comply with mechanical rules and policies
Must have good knowledge of material management processes and procedures
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Assets
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to converse in English and French
What We Offer
- Competitive Wages and Benefits
- Paid Training and Career Development
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Defined Benefits Pension Plan
- Employee Share Investment Plan
- Educational Financial Assistance Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- Generous Employee Discount Program
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Telemedicine Service
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This position is a unionized position, as such pay and benefits are governed by the applicable Collective Agreement.
Paid Training
The position will receive training at the beginning of employment with CN for three weeks. Training will be given on an ongoing basis as required to build the incumbent’s competency.
About CN
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at [email protected].
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