Warehouse Associate I (Cross-Docking)

Atlanta Community Food Bank•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Atlanta Community Food Bank is working to end hunger in our community with the food, people and big ideas needed so that no one worries where their next meal is coming from. Since 1979, we’ve been providing food for a growing network of nonprofit partners – including food pantries, community kitchens, childcare centers, night shelters and senior centers. We currently serve more than 700 partners in 29 counties across metro Atlanta and north Georgia. About the Role: Warehouse Associate I are responsible for receiving, put away and lift truck operation. They must provide effective and safe operation of all warehouse equipment, as well as maintain a clean, safe work environment. Warehouse Associates contribute additional work as deemed necessary and appropriate by Food Bank management.

Requirements

Ability to work in varying temperature environments
Must have good oral and written communications skills
Ability to operate standup lifts and Electric Pallet Jacks
Employee is routinely required to lift and transport heavy items to waist level, up to 75 lbs.
Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, climbing and walking are required.
Required to drive a forklift and operate warehouse equipment.
Frequently operates in temperature conditions consistent with outside weather.
Frequently transition between ambient and refrigerator / freezer temperatures.

Responsibilities

Ensures accurate warehouse inventory in all staging and storage areas, including Ambient, Refrigerated and Freezer locations
Utilizes Warehouse Management System (WMS) for product placement and/or picking in the Ambient, Refrigerated, and/or Freezer areas
Verifies and accurately records product counts, weight, or other measurement units on all product being received, stored, picked, or fulfilled
Ensures all physical product movements are appropriately recorded in electronic WWMS and/or other tracking system(s) and documentation
Properly utilizes First in First out (FIFO) procedures
Maintains Food Safety and Housekeeping requirements in all warehouse operations
Ensures proper storage temperatures and conditions are maintained, tracked and recorded
Keeps all floor areas organized, free of debris, water or other potential contaminants or hazards
Follows Personnel Safety procedures
Inspects warehouse equipment for proper and safe operation prior to using
Wears and utilizes all required PPE and safety equipment / tools
Performs other duties as assigned