OCC Pool: Operations Assistant (Morning/Afternoon)

Natural Factors is seeking full‑time On Call Casual (OCC) – Operations Assistants to support our teams as business needs arise. This is a temporary, assignment‑based role designed to provide coverage during peak periods, short‑term staffing needs (such as vacations or leaves), and other operational demands. Successful candidates are hired into an OCC pool, where they will be considered for assignments as they become available. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to get their foot in the door, build hands‑on experience in a production environment, and grow their career with the largest nutraceutical organization in Canada. To be considered, candidates must have flexibility to work at these locations: Burnaby Coquitlam Pitt Meadows Assignments follow a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, though the shift times vary by assignment. You must be available for both shifts, as you may be placed in either one depending on your assignment: Morning Shift: Monday to Friday 6:15am - 2:15pm Afternoon Shift: Monday to Friday 2:15pm - 10:15pm Your job responsibilities and compensation will vary depending on your assigned department. Here are examples from four departments: Manufacturing Department ($23.14/hr.) Move materials between the warehouse and production areas using pallet jacks; load and unload trucks and trailers Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials for accuracy and damage Label, wrap, stage, and prepare finished goods, bulk products, returns, and packaging labels Maintain organized receiving and storage areas, including clear aisles and efficient shuttle bay operation Perform inventory bin counts, process label returns, and report equipment issues or safety concerns Packaging Department ($20.45/hr.) Support production line setup and changeovers by disassembling, cleaning, returning, staging, and preparing machine components Assist with line cleaning, line clearance, rework activities, and 5S to maintain a clean, organized, and compliant workspace Support packaging and packing operations, including assembling boxes/trays, replenishing supplies (waterspider), stretch‑wrapping, and label counts Perform in‑process and required quality checks, and support complex packaging lines through task rotation and break coverage Complete system transactions and data entry (Syspro, WMS) to support production flow and inventory accuracy Warehouse Department ($20.45/hr.) Move materials between the warehouse and production areas using pallet jacks; load and unload trucks and trailers Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials for accuracy and damage Label, wrap, stage, and prepare finished goods, bulk products, returns, and packaging labels Maintain organized receiving and storage areas, including clear aisles and safe shuttle bay operations Perform inventory bin counts, process label returns, and report equipment or safety issues Distribution Department ($20.45/hr.) Pick, check, pack, and prepare orders accurately and efficiently Ensure proper packing, placement, and skid wrapping for outbound delivery Transfer completed orders to aisles and bays and restock picking bins and supplies as needed Assemble cardboard displays and support general warehouse labour tasks Communicate issues or activity updates to management and assist team members as required You want to: Learn or build on previous production experience Work for a company that place emphasis on producing high-quality products Have the flexibility to work in various locations/departments based on business needs You get: A supportive team and a positive, inclusive work environment To work in a respectful, safety-focused environment The chance to learn new skills and gain exposure to multiple areas of the business This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Only electronic applications can be accepted. This position will close when a competitive candidate pool has been identified. We thank you all for your applications and a member of our team will contact you soon. All the best! All Internal applicants will be given priority for consideration for the first five business days that this position is posted. After that five days, Internal applicants will be considered along with all other applicants; however, are guaranteed at minimum a call from the Talent Acquisition team.

The Operations Assistant will support various departments by handling materials, managing inventory, and assisting with production line setup and packaging. Responsibilities include maintaining organized workspaces, performing quality checks, and ensuring efficient workflow across manufacturing and distribution areas.

Candidates must have the flexibility to work at multiple locations and be available for both morning and afternoon shifts. The role requires the ability to perform physical tasks and maintain operational standards in a production environment.

• Supportive team • Positive and inclusive work environment • Respectful and safety-focused environment • Skill development opportunities

• Warehouse operationsPreferred
• Data entryPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

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• Material handling
• Pallet jack operation
• Inventory management
• Quality control
• Data entry
• Warehouse operations
• Production support
• Safety compliance
• Order picking
• Packing
• Syspro
• WMS
• 5S methodology
• Loading and unloading
• Nutraceuticals
• Inventory Staging
• Pallet Jacks
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Talent Management
• Management
• Data Entry
• Development Environment
• Finished Good
• Packaging And Labeling
• Warehousing
• Warehouse Management Systems
• Operations
• Production Flow Analysis
• Production Line
• Loading And Unloading

• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Trades
• Administrative
• Pool Operator
• Scheduler / Operations Coordinator
• Stock Clerks
• Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week