Warehouse Associate - Receiving Dock

JOB SUMMARY

The Warehouse Associate plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of a warehouse facility. This position involves various tasks related to receiving, storing, and distributing of donated and purchased products for the FBRGV. The Warehouse Associate is responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and safe workplace, managing inventory, and adhering to FBRGV policies, procedures, and safety standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

· Works cooperatively with Receiving Manager

· Operates forklift, pallet jacks, trucks, and other equipment in a safe manner

· Follows proper procedures for equipment maintenance and reports any malfunctions immediately

· Inspects and evaluates incoming food and stored perishables for spoilage and contamination. Arranges product for frequent removal of inedible products

· Keeps accurate, legible log of the weights, temperatures, and sources of all food donated

· Maintains accurate and complete records on receipt, disbursements, and loss of food

· Practices all proper FIFO procedures

· Maintains temperature logs and follows other procedures as directed by the Receiving Manager

· Conducts periodical physical inventories as directed

· Ensures operations and Agency Relations staff are aware of any slow moving and perishable products

· Complies with all health regulations and other laws that govern safe food handling

· Complies with all Feeding America, Feeding Texas, Texas Department of Agriculture, and the rules and regulations of the Food Bank of the RGV, Inc.

· Fills agency orders for pick-up and delivery

· Performs warehouse and refrigeration/freezer maintenance work as directed, including sweeping, mopping and disposing of trash

· Keeps warehouse clean and organized at all times

· Sweeps floors, moves debris, and disposes of waste properly

· Evaluates existing procedures and recommends improvements to the Receiving Manager

· Performs additional duties as assigned by the Receiving Manager

· May be required to work evenings and/or weekends

· Maintains an accurate filing system for donation receipts, etc.

· Copies, files, and organizes all paperwork and supplies, as needed

· Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

· Performs additional duties as assigned by the Receiving Manager

QUALIFICATIONS

· Honesty, integrity, and commitment to fighting hunger in the Rio Grande Valley

· Must have clear understanding of and ability to articulate the mission of the FBRGV

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Personal experience in community service and an understanding of the role of volunteerism

· Ability to politely be firm and decisive. Good judgement and discretion

· Ability to work cooperatively with other staff, volunteers, and agency personnel

· Ability to manage time efficiently and to work independently with minimum supervision

· Knowledge of correct way to lift heavy items and physical ability to do so

· Ability to life 40lbs on a regular basis

· Operate a variety of hand and power equipment in a safe and effective manner

· Understand and follow oral and written instructions

· Possession of a current Texas Class C driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle. Must have a clean driving record for at least three years prior to employment

· Bilingual English/Spanish

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

· Ability to represent the Food Bank in a courteous professional manner

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: High School Diploma, Associate’s degree (preferred)

skills/abilities:

· Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach about the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift, and carry under 40lbs, perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment

· Able to communicate information clearly.

· Attentive to detail.

· Able to coordinate well with other departments and personnel.

Ability to operate pallet jack, forklift and other warehouse equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $11.24 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Pharr, TX 78577: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person