LifeLabs Hiring for Materials Specialist Regular Part Time Mississauga at Mississauga, ON Full Time

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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.

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

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At LifeLabs, we strive to create an inclusive and equitable workplace where our team members and the communities we serve feel accepted, valued, and respected.

In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy , the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email careers@lifelabs.com .

LifeLabs is committed to providing a safe environment for our employees, customers, and the communities we serve. We have been a leader throughout the COVID-19 pandemic regarding health and safety measures and have always put our employees and customers at the center of every decision that we make. As an organization in the health care sector, we believe the COVID vaccination adds a layer of protection that complements the extensive and necessary health and safety protocols that we have taken to date. With this in mind, we currently require all LifeLabs employees, contractors, students and volunteers to be fully vaccinated.