Material Handler

**Position Details**:
**Posting #**: 26346
**Department**:Logistics-Stores & Receiving
**Employee Type**:Regular, Full Time
**If Temporary, Number of Weeks**:
**Union**:CUPE
**Openings Remaining**:1

**Schedule**:
**Work Days**: Monday to Friday
**Time of Day**: Days
**Shift**: 7.5 hour
**This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites**: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), King Campus (Stoney Creek East Hamilton), West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain)

**Application Dates**:
**Opening Date**: 02/11/23
**Closing Date**: 09/11/23 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

**Position Description**:
**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Minimum Grade 12 diploma
- Minimum of 1-2 years experience 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 to detail 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
- Excellent work performance 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 distributes end-user orders in an accurate and timely manner
- 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: $26.11.....$27.24......$28.38**PLEASE NOTE**
Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

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.
- St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the _Mission, Vision, and Core Values_ of SJHH._

**We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.**

**Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.