Warehouse & Logistics Associate, II

Manufacturing        ·        London, ON, Canada        ·        Full time

• Location: Toronto, ON, Canada
• Req #587
• Date Posted:  Thursday, March 10, 2022

About Us

Synaptive Medical is a Canadian medical device company, based in downtown Toronto, focused on supporting healthcare professionals and systems in patient diagnosis and treatment. Synaptive’s suite of products include MRI, surgical planning, navigation, and robotic visualization – all of which can be seamlessly combined or used independently in the operating room. The company has a number of opportunities for innovative people to join the team and share in the development of technologies to solve surgical and imaging challenges in patient care.

The Opportunity

The warehouse and logistics associate will be responsible for

• Implementation of continuous improvement activities related to logistical and warehousing of incoming/outgoing of parts, subassemblies, and finished goods.
• Warehouse related activities including receiving, dispatching as well as storing materials, assemblies and FG plus managing all inventory accuracy related functions.
• Logistics arrangement as well as Customs related paperwork and documents.

What You’ll Do

• Receives and stocks materials and products from suppliers, reconciles purchase orders with receiving documents
• Move materials and products around warehouse, operate warehouse equipment safely and efficiently (Equipment that may be utilized include forklifts and pallet jacks)
• Proceed packing for instruments/finished goods/materials
• Deals with materials and products internal and external movements including put away, kitting, non-conformance and return etc.
• Perform daily cycle count and annual physical count to ensure accurate inventory and data integrity
• Maintain warehouse organization and cleanliness, provides support in the planning of the warehouse layout
• Develop and maintain a master list of tariff classifications, with maintaining the applicable supporting documentation for classification
• Update and maintain material master database with HTS/HS and provide regular updates to Synaptive Medical Inc (SMI) Customs Broker
• Monitor US and Canadian customs publications for relevant changes
• Responsible for the timely renewal and maintenance of Customs related certificates for all third-party products including country of origin validation for SMIs ‘make assemblies’
• Respond to internal and external enquiries regarding classification, duty rates, documentation requirements, or other import related matters
• Develop and manage customs related processes based on SMI policies for CA and U.S. government requirements, document related procedures and training materials, and provide oversight of SMI customs broker activities
• Develop and manage Logistics suppliers, complete any business required logistics requirement, optimize the supply chain with the goal of increasing value for SMI
• Learn, understand and compile with all company policies. Adhere to all safety & GMP procedures in the performance of job duties
• Perform other tasks as assigned

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 3 years or more of experience in WH operation, Inventory management, Receiving, Customs and Brokerage and Shipping
• Enrolled or Completed CSCB – Certified Customs Specialist Program (Preferred but not required)
• Good Comprehension of the regulatory laws governing import/export
• Experience in a regulated industry (preferably medical device industry)
• Experience & knowledge in Lean Manufacturing
• Proven knowledge and experience of ERP software
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment. And certification to operate a lift-truck (preferred but not required)

About You

• Ability to make independent decisions within well-defined guidelines
• Must be a team player, dependable and demonstrate ability to follow directions
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Positive attitude, team building skills, and willingness to learn
• Ability to identify potential problems and take appropriate action
• Good organizational skills and ability to coordinate workload to ensure that deadlines and targets are met.
• Must be able to work with others in different disciplines

Special Requirements:

• Moderate lifting (up to 50 lbs) required.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and own vehicle (preferred but not required)

COVID-19 Considerations

Synaptive has a special duty to take a leadership role in protecting the health and wellbeing of its employees and the public. The COVID-19 vaccines are an important public health measure for mitigating the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace and society. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be asked to provide proof of vaccination or a reason protected by legislation why they cannot be vaccinated against COVID-19.

Diversity & Inclusivity

Synaptive is based out of one of the most diverse countries in the world. This includes differences related to race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender expression and presentation, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability and socioeconomic status. To us, diversity is one our strongest assets to our organization. We commit ourselves to promoting the recognition and appreciation of our diverse and rich culture. We believe that it is critical to our success to promote freedom of thought and opinion in a respectful environment. The decisions we make are rooted by respectfully considering each other’s thoughts and opinions and by working towards a greater common goal, saving lives.

Accommodation

Synaptive Medical is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including visible minorities, Indigenous People, and persons with disabilities. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. If as a qualified job applicant, you request accommodation, Synaptive will consult with you to provide reasonable accommodations according to your specific needs. If you wish to make a request, you will be provided an opportunity if your application is selected to proceed in our hiring process.

How to Apply

Unless otherwise stated, applications will only be considered from candidates eligible to work in Canada, or the country in which they’re applying to, without sponsorship.

If you are interested in this position and can demonstrate that you meet or exceed the requirements defined in the job description, please include #GOBRAIN in the top right corner of your resume and then complete your online application by clicking “Apply Now” and following the prompts.

The successful candidate to this role will be asked to complete background checks, which may include criminal, credit, employment and/or educational checks. All offers of employment are conditional on the receipt of satisfactory results of any applicable background check.

We would like to thank everyone who submits an application. Due to the volume that we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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