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Materials - Receiving Co-op (Waterdown, CAN)
L3Harris, Inc
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Posted Oct 19
About this role
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Materials-Receiving Co-op Reference #43968 Waterdown, Ontario About L3HARRIS WESCAM As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high-magnification electro1-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first. About the Role This is a 16 month co-op (with 12 month positions occasionally being available). This role will report directly to the Materials Manager and will provide an opportunity to gain hands-on inventory management experience. You’ll have an opportunity to partner with various other teams to solve issues and provide solutions. Primary Responsibilities * Focus on process optimization projects in the areas of reliability, process control, and quality improvement * Hands on experience with Inventory Control, Inventory Counts and Inventory Audits * Hands on experience with learning and utilizing proper Material Movement Management including receiving incoming material * Full interaction with Organization in relation to Communication Status on Export Shipments * Support creation of processes and centralized data management platform, both in partnership with internal departments, as well as outside partners, such as carriers and freight forwarders * Opportunities to gain hands-on inventory management experience and to apply various data management tools (e.g. MS Excel, Access,) to solve day-to-day logistics challenges * Work with the Materials Manager to establish relevant performance metrics to support the organization’s growth strategy * Attend and Lead Daily GEMBA Departmental Meetings Required Capabilities * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Highly energized, results oriented problem solver * Proficient in MS Excel, Project, Word * Strong planning and organizational skills * Strong data presentation skills * Timely Completion of tasks * Ability to work independently as well as with others * Ability to research and develop statistical models, predictive analysis and data visualization * Experience with relational databases (primarily Microsoft SQL), and data warehouse methodologies/practices would be great asset but not required Education and Experiences * Enrolled in a 3 year or 4 year University Degree in the field of Supply Chain Management/Data Science/Computer Science/Information Technology/Business or equivalent * Must be able to complete a 16 month Co-Op term starting May 2027 * Currently enrolled and in good standing with co-op program through accredited university * Able to obtain Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) clearance Diversity & Inclusion We believe that diversity among our employees makes us a stronger organization. We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our L3Harris WESCAM family, and our community by welcoming and encouraging applications from anyone interested without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, Aboriginal status or any other legally-protected groups. For people with disabilities, we work with you throughout the recruitment process to ensure you have what you need in order to be at your best. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment/interview process, or as you begin your career with us just let us know and we will take care of you. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary. At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best. L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.