Warehouse and Food Pantry Supervisor

DEFINITION:

Under general supervision of the Site Director, the Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for the overall operations of CCDOF’s Food Program. This includes but is not limited to coordination of: All Food Distribution Programs (Pantry, USDA, rural outreach, and Farmers Market). Responsible for the overall delivery and pick-up of donated and purchased items. Work closely with CCDOF Truck Driver to coordinate food donations/pick-ups, distribution of rural outreach events. The warehouse supervisor is responsible for product organization, cleanliness upkeep of the site, and keeping records of health and safety food standards. This includes working with the Site Director, staff and the Executive Director.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Catholic Charities Diocese of Fresno (CCDOF) is a community benefit organization serving families living within the Diocese of Fresno who are in need of food, clothing, housing, and other related support services. The Bakersfield site is one of several organizational divisions and units within the CCDOF agency.

SAMPLES OF DUTIES:

The information listed below is meant to serve as samples of job duties and responsibilities for this position. This list is neither inclusive nor exclusive, but indicative of several typical duties performed. Consequently, this information does not necessarily reflect Essential Functions pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act.

· Run an active food Warehouse and Pantry distribution program.

· Oversee all Apricot Software data entry including food packs, food donations, and purchased food.

· Service all clients with dignity and respect.

· Communicate daily with Site Director to ensure all operational activities are being covered.

· Maintain appropriate levels inventory of boxed/bagged food for daily/weekly distribution.

· Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with local food banks, vendors, and parishes.

· Order food and supplies with Site Director approval.

· Prepare and review monthly reports with the Site Director

· Work closely with CCDOF Truck Driver to coordinate food donations/pick-ups.

· Implement all Food Bank rules and regulations and work closely with Safety/Liability team.

· Oversee all volunteers and staff assigned to the Warehouse.

· Schedule and manage volunteer’s work performance.

· Be organized and able to delegate tasks to fellow staff and volunteers.

· Operate delivery truck in a safe and timely manner to deliver goods to the Bakersfield location.

· Complete all other tasks requested of you by the Site Director or Executive Director.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

· Provide leadership, direction, and development for all staff and volunteers to ensure that the highest standards are being met.

· Build excellent working relationships among all departments at Catholic Charities.

· Implement the mission, vision, and values of Catholic Charities by setting the standard for customer service.

· Consistently deliver high quality services that are aligned with the agency’s mission and values.

· Develop and recommend new ideas for the agency’s food distribution programs.

· Work closely with the Site Director on all Apricot Software issues.

· Remain knowledgeable about the services provided by Catholic Charities.

· Build excellent rapport with other Community Benefit Organizations and work together to reduce food insecurity within the community.

· Food Safety certified.

· Operate essential warehouse equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks.

· Collaborate cross-functionally with other managers and agency staff.

· Must know basic math skills.

· Must be able to use Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel as well as e-mail and internet tools.

· The candidate needs to possess excellent communication and customer service skills, and be able to work with our clientele, staff and donors in a respectful dignified manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience: Previous work experience in a food distribution organization is desired.

License: Possession of a valid California Class “C” Driver License.

Other It is preferred that applicants be bilingual proficient in Spanish and English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described below are a sample of physical demands that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the job duties and responsibilities associated with this position. Reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act may be made to enable an incumbent with disabilities to perform their job duties and responsibilities.

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.

· Required to lift up to 50 lbs.

· Required to operate safely and pallet jack.

· Required to drive intermittently throughout the day.

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.

• Typical warehouse environment with normal conversational noise levels and occasional forklift and truck noises.
• Adjacency to donation room with normal conversational noise levels.
• For safety and protection, jeans and closed toe shoes must be worn at all times.

· Off-site travel will be required which may be loud or chaotic at times and will bring a variety of work environment situations, none of which would require any special protective equipment such as; hearing protection, respirators, etc.

· Both heat and cold extremes dependent on weather and the openness of the warehouse delivery areas.

· CATEGORY OF RISK TO BLOOD AND BODILY FLUIDS:

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1 High _________ 2 Occasional _________ 3 Low _______X_____

· NOTE:

· THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE, MODIFY, OR AMEND THIS SPECFICATION/JOB DESCRIPTION AS HE/SHE DEEMS NECESSARY. THERERFORE, THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT/CONTRACT NOR DOES IT CHANGE, MODIFY, OR AMEND THE “AT-WILL” POLICY OF THE CCDOF.

· THE JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES LISTED IN THIS SPECIFICATION/JOB DESCRIPTION WILL BE REVIEWED WITH THE INCUMBENT AT THE TIME OF APPOINTMENT AND DURING EACH PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.00 per week

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Language:

• English and Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19