Distribution Specialist - Fridge

Food Bank of the Rockies•Aurora, CO

1d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

As the food bank with the largest service area in the contiguous United States, Food Bank of the Rockies is passionate about ensuring every community member has the resources they need to thrive. Supporting our Colorado and Wyoming communities begins with passionate, mission-driven individuals. The Distribution Specialist - Fridge is responsible for storing, staging, and packing food products primarily in our fridge. This role works closely with our distribution team to pull and distribute product orders for our partner agencies. May train and direct volunteer workers to accomplish work. Maintaining the organization, cleanliness, and neatness within the fridge zone as regulations require. The Food Bank’s team is dedicated to creating an efficient food distribution network to reduce and help end hunger across the state. Staff are committed to embodying the Food Bank’s organizational values and mission in all activities. If you are looking for a mission-focused organization where innovation and teamwork are encouraged and new ideas are valued, then this is an ideal position for you. The mission of Food Bank of the Rockies is to ignite the power of community to nourish people facing hunger. We provide food and necessities to people in need through signature programs and by teaming up with hundreds of Hunger Relief Partners to serve communities across Colorado and Wyoming. We believe that for a community to thrive, every person must have the resources they need to flourish, and we strive to provide proper nourishment for every neighbor.

Requirements

Commitment to fulfilling the mission of Food Bank of the Rockies in representing the brand in a positive manner internally and externally
Able to interact with others in a diplomatic, courteous, and positive manner; maintaining a professional demeanor and responding with urgency when necessary
Must have strong problem-solving, time management, organizational, multi-tasking, and critical thinking skills
Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks and projects efficiently while meeting deadlines and objectives
Exercise cultural competency, including race, ethnicity, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, and disability among other areas
Self-directed, proactive, and independent problem solver
Show strong teambuilding and interpersonal skills
High School diploma or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in a warehouse/manufacturing environment preferred
Forklift certification preferred
Experience with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook and warehouse management systems a plus

Responsibilities

Store, stage, and pack food products, primarily in the fridge
Responsible for keeping pick locations full including restacking and rearranging products for maximum efficiency
Ensure timely pulling of large delivery orders in order of importance
Check all orders to verify accuracy
Restock product as needed following specific food storage guidelines
Monitor the picking area, making sure that only designated people are present, i.e. FBR staff and volunteers
Verify pick bins and work with Inventory Specialists to ensure accuracy, small bin product daily to ensure proper picking bin usage and storage capacity
Assist in maintaining accurate inventory counts; may research inventory to verify zeros
Assist in pulling products from the warehouse to pick slots
Replenish distribution bins using a stand-up forklift in the afternoon of each day
Ensure maximum and accurate inventory is available but be in communication with Inventory Specialists daily after the cycle count process is completed
Secure the distribution area at the end of each shift and at end of the workday
Maintain warehouse according to Feeding America and AIB standards
Follow all safety guidelines and regulations

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off: Flexible paid time off, including 10 paid holidays, sick leave, and opportunities for paid volunteer time.
Robust Retirement Plan: A 401(k) retirement plan with a 4.5% employer match, plus additional matching based on tenure for a total potential match of up to 8.5%, to support your long-term financial security.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Competitive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans to support your meet your and your family’s needs.
Medical and Parental Leave: Leave time is offered through the Colorado-funded FAMLI (Family and Medical Leave Insurance) Program.
Bilingual Incentive: A monthly incentive for certified bilingual staff, recognizing and rewarding your valuable language skills.

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