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Raw Material Assistant

Raw Material Assistant

Randstad CanadaNorth Vancouver, British Columbia, CA
4 days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
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Job description

Position : Raw Material Assistant

Location : North Vancouver, BC

Contract : 6 months

Overview : Join our team as a Raw Material Assistant, where you'll support the foundation of an innovative raw material program aimed at delivering exceptional experiences for our global partners, employees, and guests. Your primary focus will be on inventory management, packaging, and shipment of materials, ensuring operational efficiency and contributing to sustainable practices. This role is based in our North Vancouver office, and applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

Advantages

  • Growth Opportunities : Be part of an innovative and growing department focused on sustainability.
  • Team Collaboration : Work with a holistic, problem-solving team that values collaboration and diversity.
  • Dynamic Work Environment : Gain hands-on experience with global operations in the outdoor apparel industry.
  • Employee Perks : Potential access to products and an insider perspective on sustainability initiatives.

Responsibilities

Material Management :

  • Sort, label, and organize raw materials by color and type.
  • Maintain an accurate inventory of raw materials and pre-packaged items for global vendor requests.
  • Handle small apparel parts and fabric, ensuring proper storage and handling.

    • Shipping & Receiving :

  • Pack and ship materials to global partners following established protocols.
  • Rearrange shelving layouts and manage storage solutions for optimal efficiency.

    • Data Accuracy :

  • Input accurate data for all incoming and outgoing orders using Excel.
  • Provide daily feedback and reports to the Raw Material Specialist.

    • Operational Support :

  • Assemble and disassemble cardboard boxes; move and carry materials up to 10 kg.
  • Complete ad hoc administrative tasks as needed.

    • Store Support :

  • Fulfill brand store orders by pre-packaging materials and creating unique tool and accessory kits.

    • Qualifications

    Required Skills :

  • Strong verbal communication skills in English.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Exceptional organizational and attention-to-detail abilities.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Capable of visual color sorting and handling small parts.
  • Physical capability to lift and move up to 10 kg.

    • Preferred Skills :

  • Experience in visual merchandising, warehouse packaging, or retail back stocking.
  • Knowledge of outdoor sports equipment and apparel.
  • Interest in activities for which the company’s products are designed.

    • Summary

    The Raw Material Assistant role is a unique opportunity to contribute to a sustainability-focused initiative within a globally recognized outdoor apparel company. You'll work hands-on with materials, manage logistics, and support operational processes, all while being part of a collaborative team that values innovation and precision. This position offers a balance of practical tasks, organizational challenges, and opportunities to grow in a dynamic and meaningful work environment.

    Join our client's team in shaping the future of sustainable practices!

    Apply here and / or email your resume to [email protected] to get started

    Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary / gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

    Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.