What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse associate position at Christians Reaching Out to Society, Inc.?
About us : CROS has been feeding the hungry in our community for 46 years. We operate food pantries throughout Palm Beach County and in Indiantown.
A critical part of our food distribution is fresh produce. We use volunteers in our gleaning activities to recover produce from farmer's fields and distribute it to feeding programs and meal kitchens.
We are looking for employees that not only meet the requirements of the job, but also have a heart for fulfilling our mission.
Job Overview : This is a seasonal position working under the direction of the Gleaning Program Director to ensure safe and successful gleaning activities.
This position is also responsible for program equipment and vehicle maintenance. The seasonal is from November 1 to July 31.
Workdays are Wednesday through Sunday. Hours are 7 AM to 3 PM, 35-40 hours per week. Beginning hourly rate is $17-$19 depending on experience.
Essential Functions
Assist Director of Gleaning in program operations as directed
Assist in supervision and direction of volunteers at gleaning events
Responsible for prepping and loading trucks for each event
Responsible for transporting equipment and produce as needed
Responsible for following maintenance schedule for program equipment and vehicles
The responsibilities listed on this posting are not intended to be all-inclusive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED plus five years directly related work experience
Work experience with volunteer management a plus
Agricultural background; knowledge of crop production, harvesting operations, and post-harvest handling of produce a plus
Must be able to be forklift certified
Must be 21 years of age or older
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Must have a valid FL driver license, clean driving record, one year US driving experience and reliable transportation
Must be able to pass background check and drug screening
Teamwork and interpersonal communication skills
Public speaking skills
Ability to understand and follow instructions to complete assigned tasks
Ability to organize and prioritize work
Ability to problem solve, implement solutions, work independently
Knowledge of applicable work environment safety rules a plus
Basic math skills
Bilingual Spanish and / or Haitian Creole a plus
Orientation Factors
Must be able to lift and move 50 lbs. repetitively and up to a height of 4 feet to load a pickup truck
Must be able to climb, crawl, and stoop to reach material; bend at the waist; kneel or crouch for extended periods of time;
reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally
Must be able to climb stairs
Must be able withstand exposure to physical discomforts associated with changes in temperature and weather such as rain, heat or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with diverse groups
Must be able to move through uneven terrain at gleaning locations
Must be able to drive long distances to unfamiliar rural locations to scout gleaning locations
Must be able to drive a pickup truck through farm fields
Must be able to work on weekends
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.
Employee Benefits Summary
8 vacation days / 8 sick days per season
Organization Objective : CROS Ministries serves the hungry in Palm Beach and Martin Counties through community collaborations.
CROS is supported by churches, synagogues, community groups and private individuals throughout Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast, all of whom share in this common goal.
Expectation for All Employees : All employees will support the organization's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors : professionalism, excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, respect individuality of others, commitment to our community, accountability, and ownership of actions and decisions.
All employees will demonstrate support of the organization through commitment to policy, safety and security, and compliance.
All employees are expected to participate in organization events and support organization program operations.
Mail or e-mail a letter / e-mail of intent, resume, and a completed employment application. CROS' employment application form can be found on our web site at or call our office at .
CROS Ministries
ATTN : Meredith Caldwell
3677 23rd Ave. S., #B-101
Lake Worth, FL 33461 OR
E-mail your submission to
Submissions should have all components , as listed above, to be considered complete. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
It is the policy of CROS Ministries to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, gender, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, age or other unlawful discriminatory characteristics as defined in federal, state, or local laws.
All candidates are considered on the basis of individual character, qualifications, and abilities in relation to the requirements of the advertised position.
Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Last updated : 2024-11-20
Salary : $17 - $19
