Material Handler

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Hamilton is seeking a skilled individual for material handling duties. Responsibilities include loading/unloading shipments and delivering items across departments. Applicants must possess a Grade 12 diploma and relevant operational certifications. A commitment to teamwork and communication is essential. This role offers an hourly wage of $27.70 to $30.11, plus 14% in lieu of benefits.

Benefits

Diversity celebration

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Fork-lift/tow motor operation Certificate.
• Fluency in reading, speaking, and writing English is required.
• Basic to intermediate level of mathematical skill relevant to the position.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, sort, and move shipments.
• Examine shipment contents to verify accuracy.
• Deliver materials to various departments.

Skills

Fork-lift operation

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Data entry skills

Education

Minimum Grade 12 diploma

Tools

Computerized material control systems

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum Grade 12 diploma
- Minimum of 1-2 yearsexperience in stores/receiving environment with computerized material control systems
- Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently with excellent communication skills
- Valid Fork-lift/tow motor operation Certificate
- Valid Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate
- Valid WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
- Must have a basic to intermediate level of mathematical skill relevant to the position
- Must be completely capable of meeting physical requirements of the job in a multi-temperature environment
- Good organizational, interpersonal, industrious and service oriented skills
- Demonstrated ability to operate related vehicles/equipment
- Basic keyboarding and data entry skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills partnered with attention todetail with the ability to work effectively with little supervision
- Must be able to liaison with co-workers as needed to coordinate the movement of goods
- Must possess a demonstrated competency in hospital geography, computer inventory control, warehouse and receiving processes
- Must be willing to upgrade service skills as departmental needs dictate
- Excellentworkperformance and attendance is required

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
-Performs general physical activities in order to load, unload, sort and move shipments by hand or using material handling equipment
- Examines shipment contents and compare with records such as manifests, invoices, or orders to verify accuracy of shipment
- Supports other materials functions in various assignments which include receiving, distribution, delivery of various items such as specimens, drugs, medical records, x-rays, lab bags, equipment and furniture, etc.
- Deliver or route materials to other departments using material handling devices with a responsibility for the timely return of empty transport carts and totes
-Process and distributesend-userorders in an accurate and timelymanner
- Responds to end-user inquiries (telephone, pager, verbal) in a timely and professional manner
- Adheres to shipping and receiving policies/procedures
- Maintain shipping and receiving area
- Performs safety inspections as required
- Perform tasks in multi-temperature environments
- Participates in counts at the direction of the Supervisor and/or Manager
- Communicates all shift/service issues to co-workers, Supervisor and/or Manager
- Complete incident reports in relation to health and safety issues or material spills
- Assists with other departmental activities as delegated by the Supervisor and/or Manager
- All other duties as assigned

WAGE RATE
Hourly: $27.70.....$28.90......$30.11 (plus 14% in lieu of benefits)

St. Joe’s fosters an environment where we celebrate diversity, where teams reflect the diversity of the community in which we serve, enhancing the connection to patients, clients, community, and each other.