Materials Specialist- Part Time Regular

LifeLabs • Surrey, BC

2d • CA$41,525 - CA$52,946 • Hybrid

About The Position

For over 50 years, LifeLabs has been Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers, reflecting our deep commitment to our core values of caring, agility, teamwork, and a customer-centered approach. As part of this commitment, LifeLabs prioritizes the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program to better serve the needs of our diverse workforce and the communities we serve. We continue to take steps to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves. These values are not just words on a page, they guide our actions and decisions every day and have come to define our team culture. This is a Regular Part-Time position with guaranteed hours ranging from 22.5 to 37.5 hours per week. Candidates must be available to work within the following schedule: Monday to Thursday: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Friday: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Please note this role may be required to travel between sites (Burnaby or Victoria) if required with notice. 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.

Requirements

• 1- 2 years materials management experience, preferably in a lab environment
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3 years of experience in an inventory management role
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds 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

Nice To Haves

• Working experience or understanding of MRP and ERP and Lean Manufacturing an asset.
• experience with Oracle an asset

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation and Wellness Days
• Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Our award winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive well-being of our team members, including resources like the Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc., and optional health-related benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED