Job Description

CUPE

Job Title: Materials Handler

Status: Temporary Part Time (10 Month Contract)

Department: Logistics

Program: Logistics / Mm - Plexxus

Days, Evenings, Weekends; 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering

Wage Schedule: $28.640 - $29.260 per hour

Posting Reference: 2600000113



Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that's inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!



This position is open to all qualified CUPE staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 13 January 2026 and closing at 11:59 pm on 20 January 2026.



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:



Under the direction of the Logistics Manager, the Material Handler is responsible for: receiving and organizing inbound shipments of stock; staging of non-stock and capital products for delivery; maintain backup inventory; advising Manager of short supply and assisting in reconciliation of physical inventory to system inventory; maintaining and assisting with accurate records of all outgoing and incoming shipments and related courier paperwork; performs routine maintenance on the supply carts including scanning and replenishing stock; responds to ad-hoc requests for inventory and coordination of delivery to appropriate locations; reports shipment inaccuracies; maintaining order in the warehouse and other related duties as assigned.



QUALIFICATIONS:



" Previous Materials Management experience with exposure to purchasing and physical logistics an asset;

" Previous Warehousing experience, including shipping, receiving, storing and picking an asset;

" Experience with computerized Materials Management applications an asset;

" Proven knowledge of WHMIS and Infection Control policies/procedures;

" Ability to organize and prioritize workload while functioning independently with minimum supervision;

" Proven effective interpersonal and communications skills, both verbal and written;

" Demonstrates ability to make decisions on quality and accuracy of work and show initiative to initiate positive change;

" Familiar with medical supply and equipment products and terminology an asset;

" Physically capable of performing job duties including: extended periods of lifting, bending, walking, standing, pushing/pulling carts;

" Ability to operate all manual and automatic equipment when handling supplies in a safe manner;

" Ability to work productively in a high activity environment with many interruptions;

" Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;

" Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area;

" Any other duties as assigned.



At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.



Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca .



Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.



Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.



Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.



Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.