Inventory Assistant

**NOTE - applicants must be prepared to participate in the interview process via phone and/or video conference. Two references must be submitted if selected for an interview. **

**COMPANY OVERVIEW**

For over 20 years, Lakeside Performance Gas Services Ltd. has been proudly serving the natural gas industry across Ontario and Quebec in partnership with top Utilities service providers. The company further excels in providing innovative solutions to its customers and extended group of clients. Headquartered in Mississauga with satellite offices throughout Ontario and Quebec, the company values its dedicated group of personnel who consistently provide customers with the highest level of support.

**WORK HOURS**

Mondays to Fridays from 7:00AM - 3:30PM

**PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES**

The primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Review warehouse inventory using a combination of protocols including Warehouse Management System and physical counts.
- Resolve technicians’ concerns regarding materials and/or escalate as required.
- Delivery of new inventory and maintain delivery schedule to satellite warehouse facilities.
- Process incoming shipments to the warehouse, including keeping the receiving area clear.
- Daily input of data into Lakeside’s inventory database; Great Plains (GP) Inventory Management System.
- Check accuracy of data in WMS against the technicians’ records and investigate and resolve any discrepancies, informing technicians’ and management of findings.
- Using a variety of material-handling equipment such as forklift and pallet Jacks to perform physical counts and cycle counts as required by the Lakeside, including routine audits.
- Compare received shipments to Lakeside invoices to identify pricing and identification markers on the stock.
- Ensure organization and proper storage of warehouse stock at both main and satellite warehousing facilities.
- Consult with administrators to complete purchase orders and advise on stock purchases.
- Complete accurate and consistent data entry and inventory logs for all warehouse stocks.
- Provide feedback regarding operator errors to warehouse management team for coaching purposes.
- Collaborate to problem solve and recommend solutions.
- Assist in the preparation of inventory and other reports for technicians’ and internal purposes

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT**
- Must have obtained an Ontario high school diploma or equivalent.
- 2-3 years Warehouse and/or Inventory Control experience is an asset.
- Experience in operating forklift, hand truck and/or other material handling equipment.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and multitask.

**PHYSICAL DEMAND**
- Comfortable with prolonged standing, walking, lifting, squatting, and bending.
- Reach with hands and arms.
- Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 40 lbs.

**ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT**
- **Hold a valid driver’s license (Class G) with a good driving record **and independent means of transportation to work location.
- **Position requires individual to occasionally drive to different depots within the Eastern Regions of Ontario with the company provided vehicle.**

**INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT**

At Lakeside Gas Services, our belief is that diversity and inclusion are fundamental and integral part of its business innovation and growth.

Pay: $20.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay
- Retention bonus

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company car
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Application question(s):

- Are you legally eligible to work in Canada and location specified in the job posting and, if applicable, hold a valid work permit or study permit that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role?
- Are you willing to undergo a background check (criminal, professional and academic), in accordance with local law and regulations?
- Are you willing to start at $20.50 per hour with a compensation review after probation?
- The work hours for this position are every Mondays to Fridays from 7:00AM - 3:30PM (40 hrs./weekly). Can you commit to this shift?
- Are you comfortable with a warehouse work environment and traveling within the Eastern Regions of Ontario?

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driver's License - Class G (required)

Work Location: In person