WAYFINDER CORP is a privately held, Alberta-based company that provides total proppant management for oil and gas E&P; companies. We make extra efforts to support our clients in achieving their goals, as their success is linked to ours.
Concentrating on serving the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin, we strive to exceed the expectations of all stakeholders by empowering our team members and by continuously improving upon our strategic goals.
Our Big Molly site near Glenevis (40 minutes northwest of Spruce Grove) is our regional Sand Processing Facility where we mine, wash and dry frac sand for direct shipment to our customers. We take pride in our product and value our employees while providing a close-knit, local place to work.
Wayfinder’s compensation and benefits are competitive and comprehensive to ensure our employees and their families are taken care of. We have implemented a Total Rewards package that includes employer-paid comprehensive extended health and dental coverage, a health spending account, RRSP matching, and career development opportunities.
The opportunity: The Parts Person is responsible for the Big Molly site’s inventory management program, site storage plan, and overall parts and inventory acquisition. This is a permanent, full time position. Monday to Friday schedule.
This role provides general oversight to the Shipping & Receiving Technician, to ensure the storage yard and site are maintained, while also supporting day-to-day parts organization, field verification, and shop parts support as required.
With a strong focus on inventory control, the Parts Person ensures the invoicing and procurement of inventory is completed timely and accurately to support ongoing site operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES Inventory Management: Manage site purchasing and maintaining inventory control




Establish and maintain inventory cycle counts through regular physical inventory checks
Implement and manage site inventory storage plan and inventory management program for multiple locations across site (Dry Plant, Slurry, Wash Plant, and Little Molly)
Verify part numbers and equipment information in the field to support accurate sourcing and inventory records
Process the completed purchase orders to suppliers
Oversight of shipping and receiving of inventory to ensure quality standards are met
Create and maintain minimums and max level with designated company inventory management program (CMMS)
Support internal department groups to align their inventory and tracking with the inventory management program
Work with maintenance and operations teams in the shop and field to identify, locate, and organize required parts
Parts Procurement: Issue parts within CMMS program and add to applicable work orders
Review purchase requisitions for completeness, accuracy, and signing limit guidelines
Ensure accurate coding at time of purchase order request
Expedite and track orders with suppliers to ensure that requested delivery dates are met
Review and approve invoices to ensure accuracy of billing against vendor delivery
Vendor Relationship Management: Establish and maintain preferred vendor listings
Sourcing new vendors to ensure high quality vendor service delivery




Interface with internal contacts and vendors to reconcile purchase orders, receivables, and invoices
Source parts through vendor communication, equipment verification, and relationship building to ensure accurate and timely supply
Staff Oversight: Ensure rush order pickups are completed by staff when required
Provide direction to staff to ensure site grounds are maintained
Assist with organizing received parts, storage areas, and inventory locations as needed to support operations
Arrange pick up of recycling bins and direct staff on appropriate waste management disposal procedures
Support the Shipping & Receiving Technician to keep parts organized, inventory stocked, and materials placed in the appropriate locations
SAFETY FOCUS Follow all Wayfinder Corp. and OHS safety policies
Participate in safety meetings
Complete Pre-job hazard assessments, review with team members at the start of every shift
Identify and report any safety hazards or unsafe work practices to the Production Lead
Check for any damage or issues on the equipment that may affect safe operation and report
Keep all equipment maintained for safe operation
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & REQUIREMENTS 3-5 years previous Parts Person experience is preferred
Previous experience with procurement and/ or inventory management an asset
Robust organization and communication skills with the proven ability to manage their time effectively
Proven ability to manage competing priorities and ensure deadlines are met
Comfortable working in both office and operational environments as required
Ability to complete hands-on inventory, parts organization, and light manual tasks safely when required
Experience using invoicing and inventory management software

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📌 Parts Person (Alberta)
🏢 Wayfinder
📍 Alberta