This position is in-office every day at our East Point locations and must be available to work weekend and flexible hours, as needed.
Who We Are:
The Atlanta Community Food Bank is working to end hunger in our community with the food, people and big ideas needed so that no one worries where their next meal is coming from. Since 1979, we've been providing food for a growing network of nonprofit partners - including food pantries, community kitchens, childcare centers, night shelters and senior centers. We currently serve more than 700 partners in 29 counties across metro Atlanta and north Georgia.
About the Role:
Warehouse Associates are responsible for receiving, picking, order fulfillment, and lift truck operation. They must provide effective and safe operation of all warehouse equipment, as well as maintain a clean, safe work environment. Warehouse Associates contribute additional work as deemed necessary and appropriate by Food Bank management.
What You'll Do:
Warehousing Ensures accurate warehouse inventory in all staging and storage areas, including Ambient, Refrigerated and Freezer locations Utilizes Warehouse Management System (WMS) for product placement and/or picking in the Ambient, Refrigerated, and/or Freezer areas Verifies and accurately records product counts, weight, or other measurement units on all product being received, stored, picked, or fulfilled Ensures all physical product movements are appropriately recorded in electronic WWMS and/or other tracking system(s) and documentation Properly utilizes First in First out (FIFO) procedures Food & Warehouse Safety Maintains Food Safety and Housekeeping requirements in all warehouse operations Ensures proper storage temperatures and conditions are maintained, tracked and recorded Keeps all floor areas organized, free of debris, water or other potential contaminants or hazards Follows Personnel Safety procedures Inspects warehouse equipment for proper and safe operation prior to using Wears and utilizes all required PPE and safety equipment / tools Performs other duties as assigned Key Competencies we look for in All our Food Bankers are: Customer Focus Decision Making AccountabilityThe Ability to Navigate ChangeIf you're excited about this role and can clearly demonstrate these and the other skills named below, we encourage you to apply.
What You'll Need:- Skills and Experience your resume should demonstrate:
- Ability to work in varying temperature environments
- Must have good oral and written communications skills
Ability to operate standup Forklifts and Electric Pallet JacksThere may be some Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee is routinely required to lift and transport heavy items to waist level, up to 75 lbs.
Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, climbing and walking are required.
Required to drive a forklift and operate warehouse equipment.
This position would normally have routine opportunities to alter physical position or change eye focus. Frequently operates in temperature conditions consistent with outside weather. Frequently transition between ambient and refrigerator / freezer temperatures. Occasional regional travel with ACFB team members may be required.
