LABORATORY STOREKEEPER/SAMPLE RECEPTION

WINNIPEG, MB

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Defined-benefit pension plan.
• Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.

• Conduct the initial sample triage and, under direction from lab staff, assign proper tests and turnaround times for the analysis.
• Interact with customers and lab staff to obtain pertinent sample information in order to achieve accurate and complete sample receipt, login to LIMS, and sample labeling. 
• Direct calls from clients, suppliers, and other parties to the appropriate lab staff.
• Responsible for the ordering, unloading of material, preparing goods receipts, checking packing slips for accuracy, checking material for defects, returning material and storing material and entry of inventory into LIMS.
• Prepare requisitions and purchase orders for lab tools, equipment, and consumables in accordance with minimum and maximum requirements as established by the supervisors.
• Responsible for the documentation and shipping of sample supplies and of dangerous goods and WHMIS controlled products (both ground and air transportation).
• Perform all Chemical Lab stores/admin functions, as required, using LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System), SAP (System Application Products), EAM (Enterprise Asset Management) and following Corporate Policies and Procedures.
• Reconcile monthly VISA and expense transactions and complete Service Entries, Goods Receipts, and invoicing in SAP.
• Ensure duties performed comply with Corporate, Safety, Security and Environmental Management Policy.

• Minimum Grade 12 education plus two years' experience in handling, expediting, and documentation of lab test samples, consumable materials, tools and equipment.
• Proficient knowledge of LIMS, SAP, Outlook, SharePoint, Microsoft Office Application (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and HRMS. Familiarity with EAM is an asset.
• Demonstrated knowledge of stores shipping and receiving processes, inventory management, accounting and material handling procedures.
• Good working knowledge of materials commonly used in the operation and maintenance of a chemical laboratory.
• Possess a scientific approach to work, including neatness, thoroughness and inventiveness with great attention to detail.
• Physically capable of performing all duties of the position.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and accept responsibility, while working with a minimum of supervision.
• Display positive customer service behaviour when dealing with internal and external customers.
• Capable of communicating effectively, both orally and in writing. Seek others' input to identify and document facts and concerns; listen to ensure mutual understanding.
• Capable of working effectively with others, inside and outside of the Corporation, including active contribution towards improving the effectiveness and efficiency of team processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge and attitude relating to all corporate safety processes and procedures including job planning, safe work procedures, SMS and hazardous material handling.
• Possess certification for Transportation of Dangerous Goods (ground) and WHMIS as required by Provincial Legislation.
• Possess a valid Manitoba Driver's License. Must be willing to travel as required.