What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Operations Clerk position at Los Angeles Regional Food Bank?
PAY RANGE: $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly
LOS ANGELES REGIONAL FOOD BANK
The mission of the Food Bank is to mobilize resources to fight hunger in our community. To fulfill our mission, we source and acquire nutritious food and other products and distribute them to people experiencing nutrition insecurity through our partner agency network and directly through programs; energize the community to get involved and support hunger relief; and conduct hunger and nutrition education and awareness campaigns and advocate for public policies that benefit the people we serve. Food Bank employees are hired because of their unique skills, diverse perspective, and their commitment to our mission. This means that each of us, working together, will do all that we can to fulfill our vision that no one goes hungry in Los Angeles County. Our core values include: Respect, Stewardship & Accountability, Collaboration, Urgency, Service, Integrity and Diversity. Our organization is committed to maintaining a positive and engaging workplace for all employees.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Inventory Management & Warehouse Coordination: Maintain inventory, order pulling, weights, and trash records. Update records after every inward and outward movement of goods and submit weekly/monthly reports. Confirm completion of orders and compliance with specified details. Print out daily picking lists, separate cooler/freezer orders, and file picking lists by time and day. Prepare daily log sheets of agencies that pick up orders. Maintain logs on order picking, including tracking which warehouse staff completed orders, time taken, and daily order counts. File destruction tags by month and day. Prepare shipping reports, transfer sheets, destruction tags, and invoices for shipments to other food banks. Assist the Inventory Control department when assigned by Operations leadership.
Administrative & Operational Support: Coordinate between office, warehousing, and operations activities; communicate with all concerned personnel. Notify departments of shipping/receiving schedules and operational issues. Assist staff in creating a system for responding to warehousing information requests. Maintain office supplies and ensure timely replenishment, fulfilling equipment and supply requests from other departments. Maintain vacation and attendance calendars for warehouses. Prepare daily activity sheets for Gleaning Room and FRP. Prepare check requests for warehouse purchase orders, verifying correctness of invoices and received items. Answer warehouse office phones and record messages as needed. Be available to travel to different locations to cover office needs. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, with responsibilities subject to change based on business needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) environment is highly desired. Some experience with reporting systems, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures (SOP).
- Good numeracy skills (will test); must possess a methodical approach to work.
- Good analytical and interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to provide clear and concise instructions, both verbally and written.
- Proficient computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office suite and Google suite
- A high degree of integrity and attention to detail in all job functions.
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of the workforce.
- Good eye-hand coordination for data entry, filing, etc.
Passion for the Food Bank’s mission and commitment to the values of the organization: inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, respect, stewardship & accountability, collaboration, urgency, service, integrity, and diversity.
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Medical: Employee HMO coverage as little as $10 per bi-weekly paycheck and access to Nonstop Health funds
- Dental: Employee HMO coverage available at no cost
- Vision: Comprehensive vision insurance with generous allowances for examinations and material costs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employer-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
- Optional Long-Term Care Insurance
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with expanded Mental Health
- Employee recognition programs
- Growth & career development support for professional certifications and additional training resources
- Vacation: Two weeks annually for the first three years
- Holiday: Nine paid holidays; eligible upon date of hire
- Sick Leave Time available
As a part of the Food Bank’s pre-employment screening process, all potential employees are subject to a Criminal Background Check.
In instances of a federal, state or locally declared emergency, Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is typically considered an essential service and emergency responder; all of its employees may be called in to perform regular or emergent duties.
The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is proud to be an “Equal Opportunity Employer.” Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. The Food Bank fosters an organizational culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, and serve in a rapidly changing world. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.
Salary : $20 - $22
