Materials Specialist

Improve lives. Love your job. Grow your career. In this role the Materials Specialist will be responsible for maintaining inventory levels, order management and replenishment of Patient Service Centers, Physician Offices and Laboratory departments as applicable. Demonstrates LifeLabs Values in all activities. This is a part-time regular role working 20-37.5 hours per week with flexible shifts in Surrey, BC. Accountabilities: Maintain and monitor appropriate inventory levels in central stores, PSCs, Physician Offices and Laboratory departments. Provide customer service and support in all aspects of Materials Management for PSC, Laboratory staff and external customers. Effective troubleshooting and resolution of materials management issues. Supply empty bio-hazard and chemical waste containers to the lab as needed. Monitor maintenance of the storage carousel and inventory shuttle, where applicable. Receive material orders and ensure all goods are received in an acceptable condition. Ensure compliance to standard processes and required regulations for the ordering, receiving, storage and distribution of materials within all sites. Train PSC, distribution and laboratory staff in the use of inventory control systems as applicable. Effective contributor to Diagnostics Materials Management and Lean Sigma Deployment teams. Identify and implement opportunities to reduce materials costs in the areas of consumption, waste and product design. Follow-up on and resolve service and problem issues. Identify incidents and non-conformances; escalate as appropriate Ensure confidentiality of patient information. Use personal protective equipment (e.g. gloves, lab coats) as specified in EHS procedures. Maintain a clean, safe and orderly work environment. Laboratory environment. Requirements: One to two years materials management experience, preferably in a lab environment; 3yrs experience in an inventory management role Working experience or understanding of MRP and ERP and Lean Manufacturing an asset. Ability to lift a minimum of 25lbs consistently, to shoulder height. repetitive movements and bending, turning and kneeling, as well as walking required Ability to work autonomously Basic knowledge of Excel, Outlook and Word, experience with Oracle an asset Minimum Education:High School Diploma or equivalent This is an in-person role.  Hiring Range: 40,000 - 50,900  The hiring range has been established, however, the final salary recommendation will be determined based off the level of experience, education requirement, external market conditions and internal equity. Employee Benefits:  In this position, you will be eligible to participate LifeLabs’ group benefits plan which is available to LifeLabs employees in accordance with the terms and conditions of those plans.  Retirement Savings Plan:  The LifeLabs plans provide members with an easy way to save for retirement. By participating in the plan, you receive contributions made to your account on your behalf from LifeLabs.  Vacation Entitlement:  In this position, you will be entitled to vacation pay, which will be applied to each pay. Employee Wellness:  LifeLabs offers an award-winning Wellness Program focused on supporting your total health and well-being under our physical, emotional, and financial wellness pillars. We have been recognized in the industry for our focus on mental health supports.  Employee Giving program:  Designed to support any employee who donates, fundraises or volunteers for a Canadian Registered Charity or Non-Profit Organization.  We are committed to the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program and have taken steps to strengthen our commitment to our team members and customers, to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves. At LifeLabs, we know that we are Stronger Together and that we will benefit from the unique perspectives and experiences that each team member offers. Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs’. Vaccinations may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments, or through employer-led vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be fully vaccinated with the current Government approved COVID-19 vaccinations.  Make a difference - join the LifeLabs team today