Material Review Board (MRB) Coordinator

Responsibilities for this Position

Full-time

Company Description

Build bold. Deliver impact. Win together.

At General Dynamics Mission SystemsCanada, were not just engineering technology were shaping the future of defence and security. Our teams design and deliver advanced, mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, strengthen communities, and protect the people we serve.

If youre looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, youll find purpose here. Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter.

Job Description

We are looking for a Material Review Board (MRB) Coordinato r to join our Supply Chain team.

In this role, you will coordinate materials moving through the Material Review Board process, working closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing and suppliers to ensure non-conforming materials are effectively controlled, reviewed and dispositioned.

You will be responsible for keeping materials moving through the MRB process, following up on required actions and approvals, maintaining accurate inventory and escalating issues that could impact manufacturing schedules or on-time delivery.

As the MRB Coordinator, you will:

• Coordinate materials through the Material Review Board (MRB) process, ensuring proper control, approvals and dispositions.
• Work with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing and suppliers to resolve material issues and obtain required approvals.
• Follow up on outstanding actions and escalate delays that may affect manufacturing or on-time delivery.
• Maintain accurate MRB inventory and support efforts to reduce cycle times.
• Coordinate approved dispositions, including rework, supplier returns, replacements and scrap.
• Process material transactions, replacement requests, shipping instructions and supplier Return Material Authorizations (RMAs).
• Track and report MRB inventory, aging, cycle time and other key metrics.
• Ensure MRB documentation, approvals and dispositions are complete and accurate.
• Support inspections, technical reviews, audits and urgent manufacturing requirements as needed.
• Communicate MRB status and priorities to internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Participate in daily meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide guidance and cross-training to team members as required.

Physical &Sensory Effort

• Minimal physical effort. Work performed sitting/standing (50/50). Move about workplace to perform tasks. Somewhat repetitive hand/finger movements. Some lifting of low weight items, with limited lifting of items with some weight.
• Significant visual attention and concentration for moderate periods of time to read, reason, compare and complete high precision work with eye/hand coordination component e.g. microscope, fine electronic assembly.

Working Environment

• Some isolation while in MRB area; limited exposure to chemicals, fumes, dust and noise; some repetition; moderate interruptions and occasional high volumes/multiple and tight deadlines.

Qualifications

What You Need to Have to Succeed

• Grade 12 education or equivalent, plus a minimum of one year of post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within Supply Chain, Materials, Manufacturing Operations or Quality.
• Experience coordinating Material Review Board (MRB) activities, non-conforming material, material dispositions or similar material management processes.
• Good understanding of manufacturing, supply chain and quality processes.
• Experience with inventory management, material transactions and maintaining accurate material records.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet manufacturing and delivery requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, coordinate resolutions and escalate concerns when required.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to track materials, maintain accurate records and prepare reports.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience working directly with suppliers, including coordinating material returns and Return Material Authorizations (RMAs).
• Experience reviewing technical documentation, engineering drawings or specifications.
• Internal audit training or experience supporting manufacturing or quality audits.
• Experience collecting and analyzing MRB or inventory data, including aging, cycle time and inventory value.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing or Supply Chain environment.
• Experience providing technical guidance, training or cross-training to other team members

Additional Information

The hiring hourly rate for this position is $28.44 - $33.63 and is based on a 40-hour work week.

Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications, including:

• Relevant experience
• Technical and non-technical skills
• Education and certifications

Benefits
As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission SystemsCanada, youll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support.
• Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with top-up options, sick leave, and disability programs.
• Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of professional memberships.
• Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employees children.

Why join us?

• Purposeful Innovation: Youll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. Youll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. Youll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity, new ideas, and modern solutions.
• Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong, and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world-class quality were known for. Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.
• Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways: Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training, youll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas, broaden your skillset, and expand your network. Youll be working on high-profile, impactful projects that challenge your skills, expand your expertise, and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.

Accommodation
If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via View email address on gd.com.

Closing Date
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

PI286885738

We are looking for a Material Review Board (MRB) Coordinato r to join our Supply Chain team.

In this role, you will coordinate materials moving through the Material Review Board process, working closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing and suppliers to ensure non-conforming materials are effectively controlled, reviewed and dispositioned.

You will be responsible for keeping materials moving through the MRB process, following up on required actions and approvals, maintaining accurate inventory and escalating issues that could impact manufacturing schedules or on-time delivery.

As the MRB Coordinator, you will:

• Coordinate materials through the Material Review Board (MRB) process, ensuring proper control, approvals and dispositions.
• Work with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing and suppliers to resolve material issues and obtain required approvals.
• Follow up on outstanding actions and escalate delays that may affect manufacturing or on-time delivery.
• Maintain accurate MRB inventory and support efforts to reduce cycle times.
• Coordinate approved dispositions, including rework, supplier returns, replacements and scrap.
• Process material transactions, replacement requests, shipping instructions and supplier Return Material Authorizations (RMAs).
• Track and report MRB inventory, aging, cycle time and other key metrics.
• Ensure MRB documentation, approvals and dispositions are complete and accurate.
• Support inspections, technical reviews, audits and urgent manufacturing requirements as needed.
• Communicate MRB status and priorities to internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Participate in daily meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide guidance and cross-training to team members as required.

Physical &Sensory Effort

• Minimal physical effort. Work performed sitting/standing (50/50). Move about workplace to perform tasks. Somewhat repetitive hand/finger movements. Some lifting of low weight items, with limited lifting of items with some weight.
• Significant visual attention and concentration for moderate periods of time to read, reason, compare and complete high precision work with eye/hand coordination component e.g. microscope, fine electronic assembly.

Working Environment

• Some isolation while in MRB area; limited exposure to chemicals, fumes, dust and noise; some repetition; moderate interruptions and occasional high volumes/multiple and tight deadlines.

Qualifications

What You Need to Have to Succeed

• Grade 12 education or equivalent, plus a minimum of one year of post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within Supply Chain, Materials, Manufacturing Operations or Quality.
• Experience coordinating Material Review Board (MRB) activities, non-conforming material, material dispositions or similar material management processes.
• Good understanding of manufacturing, supply chain and quality processes.
• Experience with inventory management, material transactions and maintaining accurate material records.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet manufacturing and delivery requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, coordinate resolutions and escalate concerns when required.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to track materials, maintain accurate records and prepare reports.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience working directly with suppliers, including coordinating material returns and Return Material Authorizations (RMAs).
• Experience reviewing technical documentation, engineering drawings or specifications.
• Internal audit training or experience supporting manufacturing or quality audits.
• Experience collecting and analyzing MRB or inventory data, including aging, cycle time and inventory value.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing or Supply Chain environment.
• Experience providing technical guidance, training or cross-training to other team members

Additional Information

The hiring hourly rate for this position is $28.44 - $33.63 and is based on a 40-hour work week.

Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications, including:

• Relevant experience
• Technical and non-technical skills
• Education and certifications

Benefits
As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission SystemsCanada, youll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support.
• Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with top-up options, sick leave, and disability programs.
• Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of professional memberships.
• Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employees children.

Why join us?

• Purposeful Innovation: Youll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. Youll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. Youll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity, new ideas, and modern solutions.
• Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong, and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world-class quality were known for. Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.
• Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways: Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training, youll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas, broaden your skillset, and expand your network. Youll be working on high-profile, impactful projects that challenge your skills, expand your expertise, and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.

Accommodation
If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via View email address on gd.com.

Closing Date
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

PI286885738