Student Warehouse Associate (8-week contract)

The Food Bank of Waterloo Region•Kitchener, ON

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Warehouse Operations Manager, the Student Warehouse Associate plays a key role in the efficient flow of perishable and non-perishable food. The role involves maintaining a safe, clean, and organized warehouse environment while handling, sorting, and preparing food orders for distribution. Working closely with volunteers and the Warehouse team, the Student Warehouse Associate supports the receiving, storing, picking, staging, and building of orders and accurately tracks inventory using handheld and computer systems.

Requirements

Must meet Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) criteria for participants: between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment, Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred, legally entitled to work in Canada, and have a valid Social Insurance Number.
Superior attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines efficiently.
Effective communication skills with the ability to confidently engage with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and relationship-building skills with the ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships.
Strong accuracy skills with the ability to maintain consistency of information in data management and communications.
Sound judgment, adaptability, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make decisions and resolve conflict effectively.
High emotional intelligence, diplomacy, and resilience, maintaining professionalism in sensitive or challenging situations.
Effective collaboration and teamwork, contributing to team goals and organizational culture while maintaining accountability for individual results.

Nice To Haves

Experience with and/or knowledge of warehouse processes and inventory management systems is considered an asset.
A valid Food Safety certification is considered an asset.
A valid First Aid and CPR certification is considered an asset.
Experience in the non-profit sector and/or with issues related to food insecurity is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Receiving, unloading, and storing products in racking, cooler, and freezer areas, following food storage and safety guidelines.
Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized warehouse environment while handling, sorting, and preparing perishable, frozen, and non-perishable food orders for distribution.
Picking, staging, and building orders, including packing hampers and repackaging products as needed.
Managing compost and waste in the warehouse.
Entering inventory data using handheld devices (RF Scanners), maintaining accurate records and proper rotation.
Checking inventory quality and expiration dates, troubleshooting discrepancies, and collaborating with the Inventory Operations Coordinator to maintain accuracy.
Coordinating and supporting volunteers in warehouse tasks when needed.
Assisting with other tasks as needed to support team and organizational goals.

Benefits

Competitive salaries/wages (certified Living Wage Employer)
Dental, drug, and supplemental healthcare coverage
Mental health and wellbeing focus with short-term counselling and resources provided by our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and up to $1000 per year in counselling services.
Vision care coverage
RRSP matching program
Healthcare Spending Account and Lifestyle Spending Account
Bring Your Own Device allowance
Professional dues and association fee coverage
Generous time off package, including paid vacation, sick and family responsibility days, floating days, and a birthday holiday off.
Closing early on Fridays in the summer.