Logistics Assistant

Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph’s Health Centre and St. Michael’s Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Our health network serves patients, residents and clients across the full spectrum of care, spanning primary care, secondary community care, tertiary and quaternary care services to post-acute through rehabilitation, palliative care and long-term care, while investing in world-class research and education. Join our team in our mission to continue to put patients and families at the centre of everything we do, in the role of Logistics Assistant.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Receives goods and materials for the organization at the loading dock locations.
- Assist delivery/courier drivers and maintains an excellent working relationship.
- Ensure that the correct safety practices/procedures are followed when delivery vehicles are in the delivery driveways at the loading docks.
- Proficient in the operation of an industrial electric pallet truck, dock lifter, and freight elevator.
- Ensure that equipment is functioning properly by troubleshooting to correct problems.
- Clean medical equipment and ensure proper tracking and functionality
- Proficient in Lawson computer software program (receiving and inventory control modules) in order to track goods scanned, received and delivered.
- Use handheld device to scan supplies on various units
- Order picking and delivering
- Maintain par levels, bar codes, bin locations in Lawson
- Matches and assembles the goods and documentation for return of goods via appropriate courier to supplier.
- Demonstrates safe handling practices for the organization and transportation of packages, mail etc...to satellite areas.
- Communication with Procurement buyers, Accounts Payable clerks, vendors and end users.
- Sort and deliver Mail
- Ability to prioritize tasks and change course of duties based on operational needs
- Understand and follow health & safety and standard operating procedures/policies
- Complete mandatory online courses
- Wear uniform and safety shoes where required
- Continuous communication with team members for effective and efficient work flow
- Provides exceptional customer service and demonstrates a professional manner in the work setting.
- Other duties as assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Current certification in the operation of an industrial electric pallet truck preferred.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of recent experience in the operation of the dock lifter and scissor lift equipment preferred.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of recent experience in a Logistics Department.
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Lawson
- Successful completion of a secondary school diploma required.
- Successful completion of a post-secondary community college program in a related field preferred.
- Demonstrated oral, written and English language reading skills required in order to effectively communicate and/or respond to customer inquiries
- Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) are required.
- Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to prioritize tasks appropriately within the department and other Logistics departments.
- Proven commitment to Mission and Values of the organization, as well as successful completion of the 7 mandatory employee modules.
- Demonstrated excellent record of attendance and punctuality.
- Excellent customer service skills with proven success in working in a team environment.

**PHYSICAL DEMANDS**:

- Ability to work for 2 hours and push or pull a cart weighing 50-100 kg
- Ability to work with gloves and other appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Ability to lift up to 25 kg.
- Ability to stand for long periods (up to 4 hours)

**HOURS**:
As a condition of employment, all external hires will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination or documentation unless a valid accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code exists. Please note, if you are extended an offer of employment,