Warehouse Lead

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Feeding South Florida (FSF) Overnight Warehouse Lead (WL) plays a key role in ensuring warehouse operations run smoothly and efficiently on a day-to-day basis. The WL assists the Warehouse Manager (WM) and Director of Operations (DO) with oversight functions of receiving, picking, inventory, sanitation, and safety policies and procedures. The WH does not have hiring/firing authority but is considered a leader, and advisor to, warehouse associates. The WL is expected to set a positive example for warehouse associates by exhibiting a commitment to organization values and helping cultivate a high-performance culture.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive, pick, and count inventory in a safe, accurate, and productive manner.
• Follow safe food handling practices and sanitation procedures to ensure compliance with the various organizational-directed standards.
• Guide and assist warehouse associates in all the above areas to ensure safety, sanitation, inventory accuracy, and productivity.
• Advise management of the need for repairs of equipment, safety, and sanitation violations.
• Assist the Leadership Team and Management as necessary.
• Inspect, operate, and maintain material handling equipment in compliance with safety guidelines.
• Load and unload trucks as required, following protocol to weigh products as needed and inspect the equipment being loaded/unloaded.
• Ensure consistent application of the “first-in first-out” rule as it relates to stocking and distribution of products, ensuring proper storage separation of food and non-food items.
• Ensure proper stacking of products to maximize stock storage spaces; rearrange and restack products as required.
• Inspect product to determine quality and closely follow guidelines and controls regarding the Salvage Operation to help ensure its integrity.
• Continuously check inventory for expiration dates, any signs of contamination, or other signs
  of unsafe distribution.
• Accurately record all transactions using paper lists and/or computer hardware/software.

Job requirements

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Willingness to serve others above all else
• High school diploma (Associates Degree preferred)
• At least 2-3 years of warehouse experience (lead/supervisory experience preferred)
• Close attention to detail
• Organization and prioritization skills
• Able to follow directions and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong work ethic with the tenacity to work under extreme pressure, completing various assignments responsibly and in a timely manner.
• Capable of working in both hot (non-air-conditioned) and cold (cooler/freezer) environments.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills in the English language.
• Strong analytical skills; basic business intuition and common sense.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred
• Data entry experience preferred
• Able to operate and maintain warehouse equipment including pallet jacks, forklifts, reach trucks, coolers, freezers, electronic scales, etc.
• Knowledge of basic OSHA standards
• Preferences: ServSafe Certified, knowledge of Primarius software
• Unwavering commitment to quality and excellence in organizational and project management with the ability to achieve strategic objectives and manage a budget.
• Integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven and self-directed with a demonstrated passion for FSF’s mission and commitment to working collaboratively with a management team of senior professionals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

• Hours of Operation: Although organization hours are Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m**. T****his position schedule is overnight from 11:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday** and it works closer to 45-50 hours per week, especially during peak times such as holiday seasons, growing seasons, and disaster response. After-hours business work is required occasionally throughout the year. Frequent after-hours work is required relating to special events (nights and weekends).

• Environment: Involves activities in both office and warehouse environments with exposure to the climate and South Florida weather. There are extended periods of sitting, standing, lifting, bending, listening, talking, and/or visual concentration. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

• Travel: FSF serves four counties so there is often same-day travel between the counties, using a personal vehicle, and occasional out-of-town travel for meetings, conferences, or special events.

• OSHA Standards: Lifting requirements are 50 pounds and when lifting loads heavier than 50 pounds, use two or more people to lift the load.

ORGANIZATION
Feeding South Florida (FSF) is a member of the Feeding America network and the leading domestic hunger relief organization serving Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe Counties. As one of the largest food banks in the Feeding America network, FSF is responsible for serving 25 percent of the state’s food insecure population. A four-star rated organization by Charity Navigator, FSF is one of the most efficient nonprofits nationally; over 98 percent of all donations are put back into the community.

CORE VALUES
FSF values service above all else. We’re looking for innovative and strategic thinkers who are committed to improving the lives of those around them. FSF “Friendly Food Bankers” embrace the enormity of our role in the community and know that serving others comes before any one individual. Friendly Food Bankers have compassion, dedication, act with integrity, and are committed to stewardship and inclusion.

**WE PROVIDE
**Full medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401K matching contribution, Paid Time Off (PTO); a diverse team that is representative of the community we serve; continuous learning opportunities; a high-performance culture that will help challenge and grow your skill set.

Salary: $20.00 - $22.00 hourly

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace/ADA Compliant