Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Location: Amherst, NS
Compensation: $45,000 - $48,000 + benefits
Our client is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Office Administrator to support the General Manager by handling a variety of administrative and operational duties. Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, vendors, online inquiries, and incoming calls, this role is critical to supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy office environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, professional, eager to learn, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a collaborative workplace.
Key Responsibilities
- Answer and direct incoming phone calls and respond to inquiries professionally
- Manage correspondence including emails, mail distribution, filing, and record maintenance
- Order office, manufacturing, and laboratory supplies while maintaining inventory levels
- Prepare shipping documentation, order raw materials, coordinate trucking, and support logistics activities
- Assist with and participate in internal ISO 9001 audit processes
- Maintain safety reports and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Process accounts payable and receivable functions under supervision
- Support general office administration and operational tasks as required
- Take on additional duties assigned by management
Qualifications & Experience
- Secondary school diploma required
- 1–2 years of related administrative or office experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to create, manage, and track data using PC-based tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Experience with ISO 9001 and Health & Safety programs considered an asset
- Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions in practical situations
What's Offered
- Health and dental benefits
- 2 weeks vacation
If you are a motivated and detail-oriented professional looking to grow your career in a collaborative and supportive environment, we encourage you to apply today!
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