Warehouse Assistant

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Warehouse Assistant to support daily warehouse and inventory operations in Coquitlam. This role involves inventory management, order preparation, and administrative tasks to keep stock accurate and accessible.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of warehouse experience, can lift up to 50 lbs, and is comfortable using ERP systems and MS Office. Forklift certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of warehouse or inventory experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience with ERP and MS Office is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Verify vendor acknowledgments and follow up to ensure timely processing of orders.
• Prepare and stage customer pick-up orders, ensuring accuracy and organization.
• Assist with vendor purchase orders, returns, and warranty processing.
• Perform inventory updates, bin code entries, and cycle counts to maintain accurate stock records.
• Support inventory control activities, including stock adjustments and part number updates in ERP systems.
• Assist with receiving tasks, including putting away incoming inventory and distributing backorder documentation.
• Gather inventory requested by sales staff and help replenish stock in the sales area.
• Provide assistance to the shipping and picking teams during busy periods.
• Maintain organized warehouse areas by replenishing bin locations and managing overstock.
• Participate in inventory counts and stock audits as required.
• Provide occasional administrative support such as managing calls and assisting with internal documentation.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Forklift certification

Job description

Job description:

We are currently seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Warehouse Assistant to support daily warehouse and inventory operations in the Coquitlam area. This role is ideal for someone with experience in warehouse environments who enjoys a mix of inventory management, order preparation, warehouse and administrative support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Verify vendor acknowledgments and follow up to ensure timely processing of orders.
• Prepare and stage customer pick-up orders, ensuring accuracy and organization.
• Assist with vendor purchase orders, returns, and warranty processing.
• Perform inventory updates, bin code entries, and cycle counts to maintain accurate stock records.
• Support inventory control activities, including stock adjustments and part number updates in ERP systems.
• Assist with receiving tasks, including putting away incoming inventory and distributing backorder documentation.
• Gather inventory requested by sales staff and help replenish stock in the sales area.
• Provide assistance to the shipping and picking teams during busy periods.
• Maintain organized warehouse areas by replenishing bin locations and managing overstock.
• Participate in inventory counts and stock audits as required.
• Provide occasional administrative support such as managing calls and assisting with internal documentation.

Requirements:

• 2–3 years of warehouse or inventory-related experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP systems is an asset.
• Forklift certification preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and organization.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable with a positive and proactive attitude.

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

• Detail-oriented
• Reliable and dependable
• Positive and solution-focused mindset
• Patient and flexible in a changing environment
• Comfortable working with repetitive tasks and following detailed instructions

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday
• 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Full-time, 7.5 hours/day)

Pay:

• $22.05 per hour

This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in BC. This position will close when a competitive candidate pool has been identified. We thank you all for your applications and a member of our team will contact only to those considered further, within 2 business days.