Job Description
Job Description
The Warehouse / Rider is responsible for performing a variety of labor-related tasks associated with the acquisition, storage, and distribution of food and donated products, including pulling orders, unloading deliveries, repacking food products, operating warehouse equipment, and general maintenance and cleanup. In addition to warehouse duties, this position also serves as a rider on food distribution routes, assisting drivers with the safe and efficient delivery of products. The Warehouse / Rider helps ensure proper use of liftgates and docks, supports overall vehicle and driver safety, and promotes smooth on-site delivery operations at partner locations.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
REPORTS TO : Warehouse Director
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED :
Office equipment : telephone, calculator, computer, copy machine, scanner, and fax machine.
Warehouse equipment : pallet jack, forklift, scales, ladders, step stools, walk-in coolers and freezers, infrared thermometer, and cleaning supplies, along with required personal protective equipment. [Training prior to use will be provided for warehouse equipment. Safety training and indicated safety equipment may be required and provided when the employee is performing job duties.]
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
The physical demands 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. Facing Hunger Foodbank reserves the right to determine reasonable accommodations .
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, manipulate, or operate objects; and, to reach forward, back, sideways, and up with both hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, climb, walk, talk, and hear / listen.
The employee, from time to time, may lift and / or move objects weighing in a range of 60 to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Facing Hunger Foodbank reserves the right to determine reasonable accommodations .
The work environment is indoor, generally, in a warehouse setting, which may include shared space and stairs, loud noise and extreme temperatures. While performing this job, the employee may be required to work in some adverse conditions. Specifically, the refrigerated areas have temperature zones around 35 degrees Fahrenheit, and the freezer areas have temperature zones that may reach -10 degrees Fahrenheit. Additionally, the warehouse temperature may vary based on the outdoor temperature, and dust and fumes from propane-fueled equipment may be present. Lighting includes artificial and natural light. The employee in this position may be required to enter and assist in other areas of the physical plant that is an office setting. Travel outside the office / physical plant may be required for conferences, trainings, or meetings, as the need arises.
SALARY / BENEFITS :
Competitive / commensurate with experience and other qualifications
DISCLAIMER :
The above statements are intended only as illustrations to describe the general nature, duties and level of work that may be performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
This job description does not constitute an employment contract between the Facing Hunger Foodbank and the employee and is subject to change by the Facing Hunger Foodbank, as the need arises.
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : From $14.00 per hour
Benefits :Schedule :
Warehouse/Rider • Huntington, WV, US