A Well-Cut Key

At SECCAN, every key matters.

Not just the ones we sell, but the ones we forge, day after day, through our relationships, our actions, and our way of working together.

Our culture isn’t a rigid lock or a complicated mechanism. It’s a living system built on respect, collaboration, boldness, and a constant drive to do things right. Together, we unlock the doors to the future through shared ideas, challenges met, and a collective commitment to deliver excellence.

Here, every employee leaves a unique imprint, and it’s the combination of all these pieces that makes SECCAN much more than just a supplier, it makes us a close knit team, grounded in real, tangible values. Because when you work in access mechanisms, it only makes sense to value openness.

Welcome to a culture where your contribution truly matters and where we believe that great hardware means nothing… without a solid team behind it.

Main Purpose

The Keying Specialist & Warehouse Associate is responsible for performing specialized keying and lock assembly work while also supporting day-to-day warehouse operations, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory handling.

The role performs a wide range of locksmithing tasks, including padlock assembly, key cutting (laser and engraving), cylinder pinning, and core assembly, while ensuring that products and customer orders are handled accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with established specifications and procedures.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Keying Specialist

- Read work orders or production schedules to determine specifications such as quantities, dimensions, and configurations.




- Assemble locks by positioning components according to assembly instructions, either manually or using hand or power tools (e.g., screwdrivers, pliers, precision tools).
- Cut, engrave, and stamp keys using specialized machinery.
- Perform cylinder pinning and core assembly.
- Identify defective parts and handle them in accordance with established procedures.
- Perform quality checks to ensure full product functionality.
- Repackage locks once assembly and keying processes are completed.
- Meet daily production quotas.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and secure workstation.

Warehouse Associate

- Receive, unload, and verify incoming shipments against packing slips and purchase orders.
- Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders accurately for shipment.
- Assist with shipping and receiving activities, including labeling and organizing outgoing orders.
- Stock products in designated warehouse locations and maintain accurate inventory placement.
- Perform general inventory handling, including product movement and replenishment.
- Safely operate warehouse equipment and tools as required.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
- Follow established safety procedures and company standards.
- Collaborate with the warehouse, customer service,



and keying teams to ensure orders are completed accurately and on time.
- Perform other warehouse-related duties as required.

Education Requirements

- High school diploma (required)
- Vocational certificate or diploma in locksmithing (an asset)
- Any other combination of education or experience in an assembly or architectural hardware handling environment (keys, locks, padlocks)

Required Experience

- 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (an asset)
- 1 year of locksmithing experience (an asset)

Skills and Competencies

- Strong communication, time management, and basic math skills
- Computer literacy, including the use of an ERP system
- Dependable and responsible
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Mechanical aptitude
- Ability to assemble high-quality products within defined timelines

Physical Requirements

- Continuous use of hands to grasp, handle, and assemble very small components
- Repetitive movements of fingers, hands, and wrists
- Ability to regularly lift or move materials
- Prolonged standing
- Good vision required to distinguish small details and numbers

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $19.00-$26.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Keying specialist & warehouse associate (Burnaby)
🏢 Seccan
📍 Burnaby