Warehouse Support - BOTM at Feeding Northeast Florida

Gainesville, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Order Processing, Sorting, Communication, Inventory Management, Material Handling Equipment Operation, Safety Procedures, Cleaning, Record Keeping, Forklift Operation, Pallet Jack Operation

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Description Title: Warehouse Support Job Group Category: Non-Exempt Type: Full Time Unit: Operations Schedule: Monday- Friday, 1 Sat monthly Hours: 7:30am – 3:30 pm Direct Reports: No Reports to: Volunteer Engagement Manager About Feeding Northeast Florida: Feeding Northeast Florida (FNEFL) is the region’s largest nonprofit (501c3) food bank and hunger relief network. FNEFL provides nutritious foods and other essential goods to those in need and strives to improve the quality of life for people living in and around Northeast and North Central Florida with the Bread of the Mighty location, by addressing food insecurity, poverty and poor health. Alongside out network of food distribution, agency and community partners, the Food Bank provides food resources and hope to help all people living in our 12-county service area (Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Gilchrist, Levy, Nassau, Putnam, St. John’s and Union) who struggle to feed themselves and their families. Feeding Northeast Florida works daily to find solutions to address the issues of food insecurity and poverty through awareness, advocacy, education, and action in ways that promote dignity, respect and empowerment. For more information, visit www.feedingnefl.org and www.Breadofthemighty.org Position Summary: This position is at our Gainesville location, known as Bread of the Mighty Food Bank. Feeding Northeast Florida is dedicated to building community awareness and creating an efficient food distribution network to eliminate hunger. Our staff is committed to embodying FNEFL’s values in all activities. Relationships are based on collaboration and respect. Resources are leveraged in a manner this is strategic and cost effective to achieve FNEFL’s mission and goals. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Work with and may oversee volunteers to complete order processing and sorting, requiring the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in explaining procedures or following up with volunteers Demonstrate professionalism and speak respectfully when interacting with staff, volunteers and the public Follow established guidelines to accurately and thoroughly fulfill inventory order requests and sorting procedures Accurately, efficiently and safely store items on racks, shelves, bins, refrigerated rooms/freezers according to product type, size, expiration date or product code Assists Volunteer Engagement Manager in leading off-site events, such as mobile pantries Conscientious and safe handling of all warehouse material handling equipment including, but not limited to, pallet jacks, hand dollies, and forklift to prevent injury to self and others as well as mitigating damage to product, equipment or facility. Will be responsible for conducting monthly inventory counts, as assigned, by physical count, recording product quantity and type. Maintain clean, orderly and safe work areas always, including but not limited to, warehouse, grounds, bins and equipment. Responsible for cleaning spills immediately, keeping walk areas and exits clear; lock and secure equipment and facility as required. Responsible for notifying manager of problems or repairs as needed Other duties as assigned Job Qualifications: High school diploma or GED Experience in a warehouse environment, preferably in the food industry, is preferred Ability to read and write in English at a level that is generally accepted as literate Possess basic math skills, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing. Ability to operate material handling equipment such as dollies and pallet jacks High level of personal integrity and honesty Work Environment: This position is in an office/warehouse environment and requires a flexible schedule and travel to accommodate FNEFL events. Work is performed indoors and outdoors with regular exposure to all weather conditions. In instances of a federal, state, or local declared emergency, FNEFL is typically considered an essential service and emergency responder; all employees may be called in to perform regular or emergent duties. Physical Demands: The ability to perform the following physical activities are necessary in the performance of this job: Stand for long periods, bend, twist, and lift 40 lbs; read and write in English; think strategically, communicate expectations, and establish priorities. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The above job description is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and skills of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform other related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Responsibilities

This role involves working with and potentially overseeing volunteers to complete order processing and sorting tasks while adhering to established guidelines for accuracy and safety. The position also requires assisting with off-site events and maintaining the cleanliness and security of the work areas.