Assistant Manager-Meal Distribution Center

Philadelphia Corporation for Aging•Philadelphia, PA

44d•$61,008 - $70,624

About The Position

A private nonprofit organization founded in 1973, Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) is a large agency that is part of the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) nationwide network. Founded as a result of the federal Older Americans Act, the AAAs are mandated to "facilitate the area-wide development and implementation of a comprehensive, coordinated system for providing long-term care in home and community-based settings, in a manner responsive to the needs and preferences of older individuals and their family caregivers." PCA carries out this mission through advocacy, stewardship of public funding, planning, development and administration of programs, and service coordination. The mission of PCA is to improve the quality of life for older Philadelphians and those with disabilities and assist them in achieving the greatest possible levels of health, independence, and productivity. Description of Role: Under the supervision of the Meal Distribution Center Manager, performs duties related to the operation and maintenance of the Meal Distribution Center facility, equipment and grounds. Supervises Inventory Specialist, Assistant Packing Supervisor and Custodian.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in related discipline
Significant related training and experience may be substituted for a degree
Five years of experience in facility management or related field
Three years of experience in supervising staff
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Detail-oriented, organized and dependable
Ability to work cooperatively, follow verbal instructions.
Ability to respond to multiple requests for information and assistance
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Able to relate and interact well with others
Possesses valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

Experience in food service and/or warehouse operations preferred.
Certification in Food Safety preferred
Certified in use of forklift

Responsibilities

Performs all duties related to the safe, efficient operation of the MDC Facility, property and equipment.
Supervises, coaches, and trains Inventory Specialist, Assistant Packing Supervisor, and Custodian, and completes performance appraisals.
Participates in hiring and other personnel activities; reviews resume and conducts interviews for staff under his/her supervision.
Performs counseling and disciplinary actions, as necessary.
Serves as back-up for MDC Manager.
Manages all maintenance contracts for facilities, grounds and equipment. Coordinates maintenance programs and establishes repair and preventive maintenance programs for the basic preservation of the building and equipment. Acquires bids and makes recommendations for preventive maintenance and repair contracts for HVAC, refrigeration, automatic doors, forklift, etc.
Assumes responsibility for development, implementation, and training of all facility safety policies and practices to reduce risk of injury to employees and property. Reports all safety risks and accidents to supervisor immediately.
Coordinates pest control program. Coordinates trash and cardboard recycling pickup.
Performs basic repairs on building when appropriate.
Sets par levels for non-food goods, such as bags, paper products, and janitorial supplies, light bulbs, etc. Places, receives, or picks up orders as needed.
Manages all aspects of the packaging and distribution of meals.
Coordinates with Inventory Specialist and Assistant Packing Supervisor to set par levels for meals and complements. Works with Inventory Specialist and Assistant Packing Supervisor to set daily packing schedules.
Accepts, verifies and stores deliveries of meals, complements, milk, and other items as necessary. Records temperatures as required.
Transfers food items in and out of refrigerators and freezer as needed for storage and production.
Schedules, supervises, and monitors quality and efficiency of all maintenance performed by subcontractors. Verifies and approves all invoices for service provided.
Responds to and resolves any alarms reported by security company.
Maintains temperature records for refrigerators and freezer, and takes corrective action as needed.
Conducts monthly in-service training for packing staff.
Trains staff in the use of equipment, including pallet jack and cardboard compactor.
Coordinates and performs snow removal to minimize disruption of meal deliveries.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental coverage
Flexible spending plan (health and dependent care)
EAP, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance
Pre-tax commuting, and parking benefits
403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and optional employee pre-tax contributions.
Annual paid time off includes holidays, sick days, personal days, and vacation depending on tenure.

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