Warehouse Associate-Temporary
About The Position
Second Harvest of the Greater Valley (SHGV) is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Warehouse Associate to support the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of food and other products through warehouse operations. The position performs a variety of warehouse activities, with a current emphasis on receiving incoming products, verifying quantities and condition, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring proper storage. The associate also supports product handling, order preparation, loading, inventory activities, and general warehouse operations as organizational needs evolve. This is a temporary, full-time, hourly non-exempt assignment generally anticipated to last at least three months, depending on organizational needs. Temporary employment does not guarantee ongoing employment, though a transition to a regular full-time position may be possible based on business needs, individual performance, and organizational fit.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to follow warehouse receiving, product-handling, food-safety, documentation, and workplace-safety procedures.
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn warehouse and inventory systems.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations used in receiving and warehouse operations.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and communicate discrepancies.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively.
- Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing operational priorities.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Valid California Driver License, acceptable driving record, and eligibility to drive on behalf of SHGV.
- Ability to complete required pre-employment screening and maintain applicable equipment training or authorization.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in warehousing, receiving, distribution, grocery, food service, logistics, or related work; transferable experience will be considered.
- Experience handling, storing, or distributing food or other inventory.
- Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or similar equipment.
- Familiarity with computerized warehouse or inventory systems.
- Experience in a food bank, distribution center, or nonprofit environment.
- Current forklift certification or ability to obtain required certification.
Responsibilities
- Receive, unload, inspect, and verify incoming food and other products, including quantities, condition, temperatures, and supporting documentation.
- Complete accurate receiving records and required entries in warehouse or inventory systems.
- Safely load, unload, move, stage, store, and prepare products for orders, distributions, and transfers.
- Follow food-safety, temperature-control, product rotation, sanitation, and quality standards.
- Identify and promptly communicate product discrepancies, damage, safety concerns, and documentation issues.
- Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment following required training and authorization.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe warehouse, receiving, storage, and staging areas.
- Assist with inventory counts, product holds, recalls, distributions, and other warehouse activities as needed.
- Collaborate with warehouse colleagues and other SHGV departments to support efficient food distribution and changing operational priorities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
