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POSITION: Payroll / HR Coordinator
Location: Calgary, AB

This position is responsible for the preparation and administration of Payroll and Benefits and for providing confidential administrative support within the Human Resources Department. This position reports to the Senior Human Resources Advisor.

Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Payroll Administration
- Administer semi-monthly payroll for salaried and hourly employees; includes receiving, verifying and processing payroll input documentation, auditing payroll processing reports for errors, processing payments and completing payroll journal entries
- Prepare termination packages including benefit termination information, explanation of final pay, ROE, etc.
- Answer payroll and benefits related inquiries and make changes to employee information
- Reconcile deductions and remittances between CRA and payroll
- Complete Stats Canada business payroll survey as required
- Complete T4’s and year end reconciliations
- Record and report employee time and attendance data (i.e. vacation days, sick days, etc.)
- Prepare pay period, month-end, and ad-hoc reports as required
Benefits Administration
- Administer employee benefits, including employee health spending account, insured group benefits, health and dental benefits, provincial health care group plan, and group RRSP program (enrolments, changes and terminations)
- Reconcile monthly benefits plan statements, verifying that information is accurate and correct on payroll, and process journal entries
Human Resources Administration and Reporting
- Maintain employee personnel files, employee databases and company organizational chart
- Staffing and recruitment support, including new hire approvals, assisting with the preparation of job descriptions, job postings, advertising, coordination of interviews, preparation of employment offers and candidate follow-up as required
- Coordinate and participate in the new employee orientation and sign on process
- Worker’s Compensation and Short Term/Long Term Disability claims administration
- Maintain training and development records and coordinate employee training as required
- Provide HR administrative support, including preparation of reports, spreadsheets, letters, and presentations and coordination /completion of office tasks such as copying and filing
General
- General Administration support, including reception backup, as required
- Ensure data integrity, accuracy of information and reconciliation of data across systems (payroll, benefits, and employee files)
- Comply with and participates in the continuous improvement of the Company’s Health & Safety programs, Quality Systems, and lean enterprise initiatives
- Any other related responsibilities not detailed here but that could be reasonably expected

Experience:

Minimum of two (2) years related payroll and benefits experience, including year-end processing
Experience using Ceridian is preferred
Experience working in a professional and confidential capacity

Education:

Enrolment in or completion of CPA level 1 is preferred

Core Competencies:

Well developed verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to work in a confidential capacity, strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal with people and sensitive situations with a high level of professionalism and tactfulness
Ability to work effectively and productively in team settings
Excellent organizational, time management skills and the ability to prioritize work to meet payroll deadlines
Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks
Strong attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to problem solve
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to deal with situations, people and problems ethically, with honesty and integrity
Understanding of Employment Standards as they related to payroll

Compensation:
This position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Please forward resume to:
Net Safety Monitoring Inc.
2721 Hopewell Place NE
Calgary, Alberta, Canada T1Y 7J7
E-mail: resumes[at]net-safety[dot]com
Fax: 403-219-0694

POSITION: Product Specialist
Location: Calgary, AB

We are looking for a technically sound individual with hands on field experience able to work in a fast paced environment. The Product Specialist role is an exciting opportunity, the perfect fit for someone looking to build and develop their career within a growing international company.

Our Product Specialists work with our worldwide sales team, including representatives, distributors, customers, and end users to provide technical and application support on our products. It is a blended role of support and service, which requires a unique individual who has a deep understanding and passion for instrumentation products and marketing – as well as strong interpersonal skills.

Instrumentation and field experience will be looked upon favorably. Specific knowledge of Net Safety products is a plus and working with end-users or customers in a service or support role is also a definite asset. Net Safety Product Specialists most often work with over the phone or via email to troubleshoot or walk end users through the operation, installation, and application of our products, and also create feature requests for our development team.

Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Work with Product Manager to: Improve products technically, monitor competitor organizations, and assist with new product designs
Support sales inquiries by interfacing with engineering
Provide technical support to our sales force, representatives, distributors, and customers.
Provide afterhours technical support as required
Resolve warranty issues and coordinate returns with representatives, distributors, and customers
Provide feedback to organization on customer needs and applications not currently provided
Prepare and/or assist with product launch materials/manuals/literature
Coordinate and deliver technical product presentations
Complies with and participates in the continuous improvement of the Company’s Health & Safety programs, Quality Systems, and lean enterprise initiatives

Experience:

2 years hands-on experience working with instrumentation products.
A solid understanding of instrumentation technology as it relates to hazardous locations.
Field experience with Net Safety flame and gas detection products is an asset.
Experience in producing technical reports and/or documents is an asset.
Customer service and sales experience is an asset.

Education:

Degree or diploma in Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent.

Core Competencies:

Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications, including an ability to communicate with external customers and suppliers
Excellent computer skills with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Compensation:
This position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Please forward resume to:
Emerson Process Management
Net Safety Monitoring Inc.
2721 Hopewell Place NE
Calgary, Alberta, Canada T1Y 7J7
E-mail: resumes[at]net-safety[dot]com
Fax: 403-219-0694

POSITION: Senior Software Engineer
Location: Calgary, AB

This position reports to Director, Product Development.

Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Specify, design, verify and validate new electronic designs for gas and flame detection systems.
Identify and implement software technologies that advance the functionality and quality of our products.
Identify and propose new technology for product concepts and improvements.
Develop and implement software management systems applicable to Net Safety's product and associated certifications.
Complies with and participates in corporate Health & Safety programs, Quality Systems, and Lean Initiatives.

Experience:

At least fifteen years demonstrated experience in designing embedded systems on at least one major platform (ARM, X-Scale, TI, Atmel, Microchip, Freescale).
Demonstrated expertise for design for industrial environments, including distributed control systems (DCS) or programmable logic controllers (PLC) and networks for industrial and/or instrumentation systems, including, but not exclusive to, Ethernet and IP development.
Experience in the development of highly reliable software systems and methodologies for avionics, certified systems where software reliability must be documented and proven.

Education:

A B.Sc or M.Sc in electronic or computer engineering

Core Competencies:

Expert experience in developing embedded software architectures and systems to meet business requirements and strategy.
Previous project experience required in guiding, supervising and leading teams in the development and delivery of software.
Demonstrated project management skills using stage-gate driven design methodologies to successfully deliver to contracted cost and schedule targets.
Excellent writing and communications skills to be able to work and succeed in a team-based environment.

POSITION: Shipper/Receiver
Location: Calgary, AB

The purpose of the Shipper Receiver is to verify and keep records on incoming and outgoing shipments. Prepare items for shipment, assembling, addressing, stamping, and shipping merchandise or material; receiving, unpacking, verifying and recording incoming merchandise or material. Arranging for the transportation of products. This position reports to Materials Manager.

Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Prepare documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, and shipping orders to route materials.
Gather and package materials for sales orders and outside process shipments.
Pack, seal, label, and affix postage to prepare materials for shipping, using work devices such as hand tools, and power tools.
Participating in the effective deployment of a “Lean Enterprise” culture throughout the Company and supporting/participating in any related corporate “Lean” initiatives.
Complies with and participates in corporate Health & Safety programs, Quality Systems, and Lean Initiatives

Experience:

3-5 years experience in shipping and transportation

Education:

Minimum High School diploma

Core Competencies:

Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications, including an ability to communicate with external customers and suppliers
Interpersonal Skills: Effectively communicating, building rapport and relating well to all variety of personalities
Teamwork: Working effectively and productively with others

POSITION: Financial Accountant/Analyst
Location: Calgary, AB

Primary responsibility is the planning and execution of the accounting and finance activities for the company including financial reporting, credit management, treasury, cashflow and budgeting.

Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Reporting and Analysis

Prepare month-end and year-end financial reports, including Emerson corporate reporting and departmental analysis
Prepare annual budgets and monthly analysis of budget to actual
Maintain all general ledger accounts including monthly reconciliations and general ledger entries
Coordinate annual Notice to Reader Engagement including preparation of working papers and income tax information
Prepare and file monthly GST/PST returns
Review and maintain internal control procedures and document key finance processes

Treasury

Monitor daily cash flows and bank balances
Prepare quarterly cash flow projections
Reconcile Canadian, US, investment and line of credit accounts monthly
Prepare wire transfers
Liaise with banking partners

Finance

Approve customer credit requests
Assist with escalated Accounts Receivable/Payable issues
Review cheque batches for accuracy, approval compliance and cost saving opportunities
Assist and advise sales department with terms and conditions on projects and ensure international trade compliance guidelines are being followed
Administer the inventory cycle count process and reconcile inventory to general ledger (monthly); assist with explanation of inventory adjustments/variances
Maintain fixed asset schedules including asset classification and amortization calculations
Support Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist as necessary (month end, vacation)
Manage real estate matters including business and property taxes
Manage the company’s leases including equipment, vehicle and real estate
Prepare annual insurance renewal information package and manage routine insurance requests

General

Maintain and develop ERP system including the creation of customized financial and information reports and training new users
Ensure internal control procedures are implemented and adhered to and that all key finance processes are documented and maintained
Comply with and participate in the continuous improvement of the Company’s Health & Safety programs, Quality Systems, and lean enterprise initiatives

Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years accounting experience

Education:

Accounting diploma or degree or equivalent experience

Core Competencies:

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Effective problem solving abilities
Excellent interpersonal, team and organizational skills
High competency with Excel; Navision (ERP) experience is an asset
Keen time management and multi-tasking skills; adept at changing priorities
Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills
Entrepreneurial work ethic and ability to work with minimum supervision
Ability to deal with situations, people and problems ethically, with honesty and integrity

POSITION: Mechanical Assembler
Location: Calgary, AB

This position is responsible for the daily manufacturing of electronic assemblies. This position reports to the Production & Traffic Manager (direct) and Lead Hand (indirect).

Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

A range of various mechanical assembly activities and in-process inspections
Occasional soldering duties
Calibration and Final Testing of product
Safe storage of work-in-progress material (ie: Clean work areas, ESD storage, ergonomic storage)
Strict adherence to manufacturing information documentation (ie: Work instructions, Test procedures)
Complies with and participates in corporate Health & Safety programs, Quality Systems, and Lean Initiatives

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year of assembly experience in a manufacturing environment.
Lean Methodologies experience & training an asset, but not required. Training will be provided.
IPC-610D Class 2 training an asset, but not required. Training will be provided.

Education:

Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent

Core Competencies:

Self motivated with strong communication skills and ability to work in a team setting.