Job ID : 3137 

Closing Date : 09/26/2024

This position could be located in the following location(s): Centre for Applied Research – Calgary, AB; Centre for Performance Applications – Calgary, AB  

Who We Are:

At NOVA Chemicals we are reshaping plastics for a better, more sustainable world. Our dedicated team of talented individuals works collaboratively to create circular plastic solutions that make everyday life safer, healthier and better. With a focus on safety, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship, we strive to constantly improve and shape the future of our industry.  Join our team of talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and be a part of our journey towards sustainability leadership. Together we can create a better, more circular tomorrow. 

NOVA Chemicals, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is wholly-owned by Mubadala Investment Company of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

The purpose of the Innovation Operations Department is to ensure safe, reliable, and effective operations at both our Centre for Applied Research (CAR) and Centre for Performance Applications (CPA) sites while providing essential support to the delivery of the Innovation priorities and the realization of NOVA Chemicals’ Vision. We achieve this through teamwork, collaboration and innovation.

We are seeking a Material Handling Technician to join our Material Handling team.  This team plays a critical role in our success by managing supplies, material movement, storage and inventory, and the safe transport and receipt of samples, chemicals, equipment and other items to and from our facilities. As a member of this team, you will work with a variety of individuals at both CAR and CPA in a vital support role to their routine and non-routine needs.

You Will Use Your Expertise To:

• Safely handle materials such as lab samples and products.
• Effectively manage inventory, ensuring accuracy and tracking data is processed in a timely manner.
• Receive all incoming material, apply barcodes and communicate to applicable individuals.
• Organize and dispose expired or no longer needed materials.
• Maintain and update databases (LIMS, Barcode).
• Process transportation (TDG) requests.
• Order and maintain minimum levels of supplies including lab coats, compressed gases and other lab and office supplies.
• Provide input into the development of safe standard operating procedures and provide updates and improvements to existing processes.
• Move materials within a warehouse environment with the use of a forklift, manual or power pallet jack.
• Regularly interact with customers and shipping companies/couriers.
• Safely package materials for shipping purposes.
• Fill out customs compliance documentation for cross border shipments.

What We Are Looking For:

• Minimum High School diploma with 4-5 years direct materials handling and shipping/receiving experience
• Supply Chain Management certification would be an advantage
• Strong safety mindset and experience with writing and reviewing procedures
• Forklift certification
• TDG certification
• Direct shipping / receiving experience
• Warehouse and inventory management experience
• Computerized inventory management and tracking systems experience
• Good attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Strong customer interaction skills
• Knowledge and practical experience with customs compliance processes is an asset

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You Can Stand Out If:

• You are passionate about your work and put care and thought into all that you do.
• You are responsible and follow through with your commitments to others and to safety.
• You are innovative and are willing to challenge your biases when problem solving. 
• You are collaborative, inclusive, and work well with others towards team goals. 

Additional Information:

• Relocation will NOT be considered for this position
• Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience
• Work will be conducted both indoors and outdoors in all seasons
• Positions will include some lifting and climbing of ladders
• In order to fulfil the duties of this role, the successful candidate will be required to wear respiratory protective equipment. Candidate must successfully pass a fit test and be physically able to wear a respirator
• The successful candidate is required to provide proof of a valid driver’s license

Why NOVA Chemicals?

NOVA Chemicals’ flexible benefit programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, because when it comes to benefits, everyone has different priorities. Our benefits offerings will vary based on your work location, and are an element of the “Total Rewards” package used to reward employees.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.