Lab Inventory Support Specialist

Ciena • Ottawa, ON

5d • CA$24 - CA$31 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Management team is looking for an energetic individual to provide inventory support services to assist in supporting Ciena’s engineering activities within the R&D product development labs. Ciena is the global leader in high-speed connectivity, committed to a people-first approach with a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. They are a technology company that leads with its humanity—driving business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Apps (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Knowledge of Windows operating systems
• Able to work independently to complete daily tasks/priorities
• Detail oriented, Customer oriented
• Strong team player, Strong Initiative
• Strong organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Supporting the lab stockrooms and maintaining accurate inventory control records
• Use of our in-house inventory tracking system (GEMS) to record incoming deliveries, purchases, shipments, equipment loans and movement, and asset disposals as per defined processes
• Co-ordinate Shipping of equipment and materials as requested including marshalling, scanning, packing, and filling out shipping paperwork in co-operation with the logistics team.
• Receive delivered telecom equipment, supplies, and materials using the GEMS database. Confirms that delivered goods match purchase order specifications of quantity, condition and model number.
• Following generated reports, update inventory control databases with current information using hand-held barcode scanners
• Conduct periodic physical inventory audits of Optical systems and lab equipment
• Use of the Jira tracking system to monitor and complete all assigned jobs and requests
• Maintains organization of the lab, stockroom, and receiving areas to ensure efficient and proper storage and handling of all equipment
• Maintains labelling systems for all Lab equipment and locations.
• Monitor and resolve all inventory noncompliance reports
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision plans
• participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• company-paid holidays
• paid sick leave
• vacation time
• Paid Family Leave
• other leaves of absence

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed