Warehouse Manager

About Operation Food Search:

Founded in 1981, Operation Food Search is a hunger relief organization that provides food, nutrition education and innovative programs in order to reduce food insecurity and increase equitable access to food. We serve 200,000 people every month through a network of 330 partners in 40 counties in Missouri and Illinois. We use a combination of immediate food assistance and supportive services, while also working on long-term solutions and systemic changes to help solve the problem of hunger.

• Our Mission is to heal hunger with innovative and collaborative solutions that provide food today and help create a hunger-free tomorrow.
• Our Vision is a region where everyone has equitable access to the food they need to lead healthy lives.
• Our Goals are to:

1) Meet the immediate need for food for children, individuals and families by providing high-quality nutrition through our distribution network.

2) Empower long-term skills through nutrition education and by teaching how to shop and prepare healthy food on a budget.

3) Champion change through advocacy, innovative programs and by addressing systemic inequities.

For more information about OFS, please visit our website at www.operationfoodsearch.org.

Position Summary:

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing the incoming and outgoing product in Operation Food Search’s distribution center. They will oversee a team of drivers and ensure that product is picked up from donors in a timely and professional manner. They will also work with Operations Team to track inventory and constantly monitor the quality of goods received and distributed through the partner agency network.

Essential Functions:

• Accountable for food banking distribution, receiving and maintenance operations within the OFS warehouse
• Ensure food safety guidelines are understood and followed by the warehouse team
• Support warehouse needs of other OFS programs (e.g. Volunteer events)
• Coordinate vehicle maintenance and inspections, ensuring efficient and reliable operation
• Lead team of drivers responsible for delivery and pickup of donations, as required
• Direct warehouse operations and ensure a safe and efficient workplace

Education and/or Experience:

• 10 years of experience in warehouse operations
• 10 years of experience food banking experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience leading small teams
• Spirit and experience of a customer focused servant leader

Special Requirements:

• Occasional travel required for meetings, events, and conferences
• Flexibility in working hours for occasional special events after-hours or weekend activities
• Willingness to volunteer for other OFS duties that don’t fall under regular job duties

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

• Sedentary inside office work with limited exposure to weather conditions
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, both indoors and outdoors
• Ability to lift 20-50 lbs.