As WestJet becomes more complex and dynamic, we are seeking an Aircraft Materials Coordinator in our Toronto base. This individual has the ability to exhibit a high standard of excellence, enjoys challenges, and is results-driven. The incumbent must be highly motivated and demonstrate the ability to work in an agile environment.
Responsibilities
Responsible for providing customer service in a friendly and efficient manner to all WestJet Technical Operations personnel
Responsible for supporting a 24/7, 365-day operation to ensure that aircraft tools, parts, shop supplies and information is readily available
Responsible for ensuring inventory levels are maintained while optimizing cost, storage space requirements and usage levels for all bases within the WestJet network
Responsible for the overall in and out flow of all WestJet Technical and non-technical inventory
Ensure all Dangerous Goods Materials are handled in accordance with Transportation of Dangerous Goods Guidelines and IATA Dangerous Goods Shipping Requirements (upon certification)
Ensure all inventory transactions are accurately recorded in the Computer Tracking System
Responsible for packaging and preparation of all materials for shipping
Responsible for ensuring all materials are stored in accordance with the original manufacturing storage guidelines
Responsible for sourcing of parts, part alternatives and related equipment, within inventory when shortages arrive, to minimize all aircraft on ground situations
Respond to ever changing priorities at any given time while ensuring a safe operating workplace
Professional Qualifications
Minimum 2 years experience working in a Stores Warehousing workplace with an emphasis on inventory management practices
Minimum 1 year experience working in a Shipping/Receiving environment
Must have high school diploma or equivalent
Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) required
Must hold a valid Driver’s License and have a clean driver’s abstract
Must be able to obtain a Transport Canada Security Clearance within 6 months of start date
Must be able to obtain an Airport Vehicle Operator’s License within 6 months of start date
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively, in addition, must be able to meet physical demands of an environment where you will be walking, climbing, lifting andbending repetitively
Must be able to work shift work – including night shift, Stat holidays, and weekends
Inventory Management Accredited Program diploma is an asset
Knowledge of Aviation parts an asset
Experience in a procurement related role an asset
Forklift operator experience an asset
IATA Dangerous Goods Certificate or Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate is an asset
Ability to multi-task and make decisions in quick-paced, stressful situations, while maintaining a calm and respectful work environment
Ability to communicate and get along well with others in a team-oriented environment
All offers of employment are conditional on passing a pre-employment drug screening test and post offer employment physical ability test
Successful candidate must be able to:
Achieve a passing grade on IATA Dangerous Goods and Dangerous Goods by Road
Maintain Transport Canada Security Clearance and Airport Vehicle Operators Permit
Achieve a passing grade and maintain WestJet forklift training
Achieve working competency of inventory management software