Inventory Control Specialist

**Norstar Windows and Doors has an immediate need for an Inventory Control Specialist.**

**Why join Norstar? **We offer steady work in a new state-of-the-art facility. You would be joining our dedicated and diverse production team. We are a solid company having achieved 30 years of business this year. We offer group medical coverage and are an active supporter in promoting from within our organization.

The Inventory Control Specialist will bring unwavering professionalism and meticulous accuracy to the position and has exceptional math and observation skills. The specialist shall work closely with our Manufacturing Process Engineer to improve existing control procedures, prevent loss and occasional do some heavy lifting. The specialist shall ensure accuracy of inventory records and assist in cycle counts.

**Job Details**:

- Location: 400 McNeilly Road, Stoney Creek, ON.
- Hourly Wage: $23 - $25 depending on experience.
- Schedule: 44 Hour work week (7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday and 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Fridays).
- Some Saturday work available on a volunteer basis.
- Benefits: Company-paid group medical, dental, and insurance after probation.

**Job Duties**:

- Digitally manage inventory and as required create inventory reports
- Confirms product required for upcoming production is on-hand in advance of production start
- Reconcile inventory differences between physical stock and digital data
- Ensures transfer of inventory within ERP system is correct
- Prevent shortages of supply or manage unexpected shortages
- Participate in resolving inventory issues
- Assist Manufacturing Process Engineer in developing new and improving existing control procedures
- May operate forklift or powered pallet jack truck to move freight (depending on skill and experience)
- Liaises with Production, Purchasing and Receiving Departments.

**Requirements**:
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- Minimum of three years previous inventory control experience
- Proven knowledge of inventory, supply chain, and production control processes in a manufacturing environment
- High school diploma or GED
- Strong analytical and query skills to investigate, comprehend and drive resolution of all aspects of material and supply chain issues
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to learn and grow within a fast-paced environment
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritize workload and coordinate activities
- Competent user of Microsoft Office tools with an emphasis on Word and Excel,
- Team player attitude with a high sense of urgency to respond to time-sensitive issues
- Action oriented/results driven
- Experience in the windows and doors industry is an asset
- Forklift and/or powered pallet jack experience would be an asset.

**Working Conditions**:
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- This position may be exposed to elements such as intermittent noise, dust, heat, and cold.
- Use of Personal Protection Equipment (e.g. seatbelt, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed safety shoes/boots, hearing protection, etc.)
- Ability to stand for extended periods and complete repetitive tasks.
- Regularly works near moving mechanical equipment.
- Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
- Able to stand and bend for prolonged periods of time
- Able to freely move amongst racks to verify counts
- Overtime as required.

**About Norstar Windows and Doors Ltd.**:
Established in 1993 Norstar has quickly grown to become a Canadian leading manufacturer and installer of aluminum windows, doors, balcony railings and other products. We specialize in retro-fitting existing buildings and new construction from high and low rise multi-residential, corporate high rise, industrial, hotels and commercial plazas. We have a solid commitment to quality, being the first ISO 9001 certified window company in Ontario.