Associate Warehouse Operator - M-Th, 4-10s, Day Shift!

Second Harvest Heartland•Brooklyn Park, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of our neighbors? Join our Food Bank Warehouse team as an Associate Warehouse Operator. This role supports the warehouse operations primarily by pulling orders for pickup and delivery, loading, and unloading cargo, placing products in proper storage locations, and any other duties as assigned by the Outbound Supervisor, while working safely following all warehouse policies and procedures. These orders will be going out to our partner food shelves to help neighbors in 59 counties in Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

Requirements

A combination of education and experience generally attained through a High School diploma or equivalent experience and previous warehouse experience
Electric forklift and pallet jack experience
Understanding of inventory principles
Leadership abilities
Ability to work effectively with designated Computer software (Windows and Navision)
Ability to perform basic mathematics with strong spatial relations and conceptual capabilities
Ability to adapt to varied work requirements and be flexible
Ability to work cooperatively with other staff and volunteers
Be able to effectively cross train and perform effectively on any other Level 2 positions
Ability to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed and valued.
Ability to both speak and write English
Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience preferred

Responsibilities

Perform all duties in a safe manner, follow all safety rules as listed within the safety manual and comply with any additional supervisory communication relating to safety practices and procedures.
Ability to help meet yearly Pounds per Hour goals
Perform warehouse duties to include: pull, fill, and load orders as needed to accomplish daily warehouse goals.
Audit orders filled from pick lists for accuracy and safe practices. Report discrepancies to Distribution Center Manager.
Load and unload cargo in accordance with safe load practices.
Maintain 100% safe floor conditions in all areas of the distribution center at all times.
Restock products as needed, if directed to do so by the Material Handling Specialist.
Report any inventory discrepancies discovered during picking to an Inventory Specialist.
Provide outstanding customer service to any guests in the distribution center.
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure smooth operation of the food bank warehouse.
Follow safety regulations relating to OSHA or other company-related regulations.
Handle food safely and complete food safety training within the first 6 months of employment. Maintain Food Safety Certification.
Record all product moves with handheld or lift-mounted barcode reading terminals.
Process accurate and appropriate paperwork.
Assist with the resolution of inventory discrepancies.
Employee’s behavior is to be in accordance with Second Harvest Heartland’s Visions and Values.