Overview Canak Industries, a local machine shop, is seeking a detail-oriented and organized part time Office Assistant to join our team. We have a fast paced environment. This role is essential in supporting daily administrative operations, ensuring smooth office functions, and providing excellent customer service. It is also a hands on position, where the successful candidate must be willing to go into the shop at times to help with shipping and receiving and ensuring orders go out properly. The ideal candidate will have strong computer skills, experience with office management tools, and a professional demeanor suitable for front desk responsibilities. Prior experience with MS Office and QuickBooks is a plus.

Duties

• Assist in front desk operations, including greeting visitors and answering phone with professional phone etiquette
• Perform data entry tasks accurately using Microsoft Office and other relevant software
• Maintain filing systems both digitally and physically to ensure easy retrieval of documents
• Assist with bookkeeping and basic accounting tasks using QuickBooks
• Assist in preparing and scheduling customer orders and shipments (some light lifting required)
• Handle administrative tasks such as copying, scanning, and organizing office supplies

Qualifications

• Experience in an office environment with clerical or administrative responsibilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with QuickBooks or bookkeeping software is an asset
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Customer service experience with a professional attitude and strong communication skills
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional administrative training is a plus
• Must be fluent in English. Beneficial if applicant has some knowledge of German, Czech or Russian.

This position offers an opportunity to be an integral part of our team by supporting daily operations while developing valuable administrative skills. We value professionalism, attention to detail, and a friendly approach to customer support.

Pay: $15.00-$18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Do you have a drivers license?

Language:

• German, Czech or Russian (preferred)

Location:

• Edmonton, AB T6E 2Y4 (preferred)

Work Location: In person