Receiving, Distribution and Package Delivery Clerk

RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc; Montreal; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-week vacation

Bank of 12 paid days

13 paid statutory holidays

Modular group insurance plan (gender-#

Telemedicine

RREGOP (defined benefit pension)

Training and professional development

Child Care Centres

Corporate Discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis

Competitive parking rate

Employee Assistance Program

Recognition Program

Flex work options

Job summary

Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) in Montreal seeks a Receiving and Distribution Associate. You will receive, verify, sort, log, and transport packages, with emphasis on maintaining the cold chain for refrigerated and cryogenic items.

The role involves delivering to labs, handling compressed gas cylinders and dry ice, and supporting inventory tracking. Bilingual French/English required; high school education minimum. On-site position at GLEN site.

Qualifications

• Excellent French and English, spoken and written.
• Basic computer skills.
• Organizational skills, rigour and team spirit.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.
• Physical work involving prolonged standing, requiring regular handling of packages that may be heavy.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, sort and log packages at the receiving dock.
• Prioritize perishable packages and maintain the cold chain until delivery.
• Deliver packages to laboratories, smart lockers and designated points, and manage uncollected packages.
• Safely receive, inspect, store and distribute compressed gas cylinders and dry ice.
• Log package movements in tracking systems (barcode scanners, RFID) and maintain documented traceability.
• Communicate courteously and professionally with the research community and notify users when packages are available.
• Contribute, as a secondary duty, to inventory tracking and counts (evolving function).
• Follow hygiene, health and safety standards and keep work areas clean and orderly.

Skills

Bilingual French/English

Basic computer skills

Organizational skills

Rigour and teamwork

Teamwork and independence

Physical stamina

Education

High School Education

Other education considered an asset

Job description

Job Description

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position summary

Reporting to the Receiving and Distribution Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for receiving, verifying, sorting, temporarily storing, internally distributing and safely transporting packages destined for the laboratories and services of the RI-MUHC. Many of these packages are temperature-sensitive, regulated or mission-critical to research, maintaining the cold chain and the chain of custody is central to the role. The incumbent also handles the receipt and distribution of compressed gas cylinders and dry ice. As a secondary duty, they contribute to inventory tracking, a function expected to grow over time

General Duties

• Receive, verify, sort and log packages at the receiving dock
• Prioritize perishable packages (refrigerated, frozen, cryogenic) and maintain the cold chain until delivery
• Deliver packages to laboratories, smart lockers and designated points, and manage uncollected packages
• Safely receive, inspect, store and distribute compressed gas cylinders and dry ice
• Log package movements in tracking systems (barcode scanners, RFID) and maintain documented traceability
• Communicate courteously and professionally with the research community and notify users when packages are available
• Contribute, as a secondary duty, to inventory tracking and counts (evolving function)
• Follow hygiene, health and safety standards and keep work areas clean and orderly

Website of the organization

https://rimuhc.ca/en

Education / Experience

• Education: High School Education
• Other education considered an asset for this position
• Work Experience: Experience in receiving, distribution, logistics or material handling (an asset)

Required Skills

• Excellent French and English, spoken and written
• Basic computer skills
• Organizational skills, rigour and team spirit
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Physical work involving prolonged standing, requiring regular handling of packages that may be heavy

Status

Full-Time (35-hours per week)

Pay Scale

$39,075 and a maximum of $58,622. Commensurate with education & work experience.

Work Shift

Variable Schedule

Work Site

GLEN Site, 1001 boul. Decarie. If other, please specify: MGH

Why work with us?

FOR FULL-TIME

• 4-week vacation, 5th week after 5 years
• Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations)
• 13 paid statutory holidays
• Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage)
• Telemedicine
• RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Child Care Centres
• Corporate Discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis)
• Competitive monthly parking rate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recognition Program
• Flex work options and much more!

FOR PART-TIME (15 to 34 HOURS)

• 6 days of paid sick leave per year, which includes a maximum of 3 personal day
• Vacation calculated on a pro-rata basis based on a percentage of your salary
• Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage)
• RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan)
• 5.3% of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays.

https://rimuhc.ca/careers

To learn more about our benefits, please visit http://rimuhc.ca/en/compensation-and-benefits

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

Equal Opportunity Employment Program

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact, [e-mail]