Materials Handler Sanitation Specialist - FT - Days

Cayuga Medical Center; Town of Montour (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Health seeks a Materials Handler at Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls, NY. You will manage inventory, receive supplies, and ensure sanitation and regulatory readiness for the Nutrition Services Department.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year in a similar role, with opportunities to advance in a patient-centered health system. Onsite work with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role.
• Experience with inventory or purchasing software or vendor websites preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inventories, maintain par levels, place orders, minimize waste, and support emergency inventory needs.
• Inspect and verify deliveries for accuracy, quality, temperature, damage, and expiration dates; ensure proper storage and FIFO rotation.
• Maintain clean, organized receiving areas, storage rooms, coolers, freezers, and chemical storage areas per safety and regulatory standards.
• Ensure proper labeling, temperature control, pest prevention, chemical storage and safe material handling; promptly remove waste and identify hazards.
• Maintain inventory and sanitation records, assist with audits and surveys, report concerns to leadership.

Skills

Inventory control

Receiving procedures

Food safety

Regulatory compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About Cayuga Health
Cayuga Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca; Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls; and more than 40 medical offices in the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Cayuga Health employs more than 450 providers from 40+ specialties. Additional services include a neo-natal intensive care unit, a home health care agency, an addiction recovery organization, and a skilled nursing facility.

Cayuga Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Cayuga Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.

We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.

Learn more at www.cayugahealth.org.

The Materials Handler manages inventory, procurement, receiving, storage, and distribution of food and non-food supplies for the Nutrition Services Department, maintaining appropriate inventory levels through Just-in-Time purchasing while ensuring product quality, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The position also serves as the department’s sanitation specialist, maintaining clean, safe, and survey-ready storage, receiving, and support areas. Responsibilities include sanitation monitoring, infection prevention, and environmental readiness in accordance with DOH, CMS, OSHA, Joint Commission, and departmental standards.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inventories, maintain established par levels, place food and non-food supply orders, minimize waste and excess stock, and support emergency preparedness inventory needs.
• Inspect and verify deliveries for accuracy, quality, temperature, damage, and expiration dates; ensure proper storage and FIFO rotation; and coordinate vendor credits, replacements, and supply issue resolution.
• Maintain clean, organized, and survey-ready receiving areas, storage rooms, coolers, freezers, and chemical storage areas in compliance with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards.
• Ensure proper food labeling, separation, temperature control, pest prevention, chemical storage, and safe material handling; promptly remove waste and identify potential safety or maintenance hazards.
• Maintain accurate inventory and sanitation records, assist with audits, product recalls, temperature monitoring, and survey preparation, report concerns to leadership, and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience

• Education - High School Diploma or GED
• Experience - Minimum of 1 year in a similar role
• Licensure - Not required

Preferred Skills and Experience

• ServSafe Food Handler Certification (preferred) or ability to obtain within six months.
• Knowledge of healthcare food safety regulations, sanitation practices, inventory control, and receiving procedures.
• Experience preparing for regulatory surveys and maintaining survey readiness.
• Experience with inventory or purchasing software or vendor websites

Physical Requirements

• Standing for long periods of time, lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, pushing, pulling and reaching. May be exposed to areas of extreme heat or cold. Primary work location may include loud noises, wet and slippery conditions, exposure to sharp objects. A licensed ability to drive may be necessary.

Location, Travel and Shift Requirements

• Onsite – Schuyler Hospital – 220 Steuben St Montour Falls, NY 14865
• Shift – Full Time- Days
• May be required to travel off-site to obtain supplies or products when operationally necessary.

Pay Range Disclosure

• Standard Rate of $17.00 - $23.00 per hour plus benefits

Centralus and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

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