WAREHOUSE & UTILITIES ASSISTANT

MEALS ON WHEELS PEOPLE INC•Portland, OR

7d•$17 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Meals on Wheels People is seeking a Warehouse & Utilities Assistant to safely and promptly distribute prepared and unprepared food products, beverages, and center supplies from the Central Kitchen to dining sites using a 24-foot delivery truck. The role also supports warehouse operations by receiving, organizing, and preparing products for delivery, maintaining accuracy and proper labeling, and following food safety standards. Additional duties include maintaining inventory records, assisting with food production and packaging as needed, and upholding sanitation and safety protocols in accordance with State and Federal regulations. The position is based at the Central Office in Portland, Oregon. It is full-time, with a listed pay range of $17.00 to $23.00 per hour. The organization describes a supportive, collaborative environment and a four-day workweek.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
Current Oregon Food Handler’s Certificate or ability to obtain one within two weeks.
One year of experience in food assembly; high-volume food production experience is preferred.
Excellent driving record and ability to be insured by Meals on Wheels People’s insurance carrier.
Ability to understand and communicate basic cooking directions.
Basic math and computer skills.
Ability to work well with others in a diverse, team-oriented atmosphere.
Any satisfactory combination of experience, training, and/or education that ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the listed qualifications.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience driving trucks at least 24 feet in length.
Experience in high-volume food production.

Responsibilities

Load daily meals, beverages, produce, and supplies onto the delivery truck.
Deliver food, supplies, inter-office mail, and equipment to designated dining centers, ensuring proper placement.
Verify distributed products and maintain secure, organized carriers.
Complete daily delivery logs and routine truck maintenance checks.
Comply with State and Federal driver safety regulations.
Receive and inspect vendor deliveries, record temperatures, and date incoming products.
Maintain inventory records and complete monthly and quarterly inventory counts.
Monitor and log walk-in cooler and freezer temperatures.
Safely wrap and store pallets for future transport.
Organize and pack frozen food in walk-in coolers, report stock levels, and ensure accurate shipment counts.
Prepare carriers for distribution, including verifying quantities, labeling, sealing, and completing carrier tags.
Ensure accurate carrier loading and adapt shelving to operational needs.
Verify product quality and portioning compliance before shipment.
Coordinate and complete weekly shipments to dining centers and contract locations.
Maintain warehouse security and monitor incoming and outgoing products and personnel.
Perform routine maintenance on carts and shelving units.
Assist with food preparation and packaging for all programs as needed.
Clean equipment, carriers, coolers, and loading zones daily.
Follow sanitation standards and food safety regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.