Distribution Associate

Regional Food Bank; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Regional Food Bank in Albany, NY is seeking a part-time Distribution Associate for 25 hours per week. The role pays $20 per hour and requires reliability, safety, and the ability to obtain power equipment certification.

This position supports efficient distribution operations and customer service to agencies. Responsibilities include staging orders, returns to stock, invoice validation, securing areas, stocking the cooler, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace while complying with the

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience operating power equipment in a warehouse preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain power equipment certification.

Responsibilities

• Stage agency orders for pick-up in the distribution area.
• Return remaining items to stock at end of day.
• Validate invoices and have agencies and staff sign.
• Ensure products in the distribution area are clean and safe.
• Stock the distribution cooler.
• Provide excellent customer service to agencies.
• Ensure doors are secured when distribution is closed to the public.
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace for interior and exterior areas.
• Inspect power equipment before use.
• Follow safety standards and procedures.
• Work independently and with other departments to support the mission.
• Adhere to the Food Bank's Employee Code of Conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Power equipment operation

Power equipment certification

Job description

Job Title: Distribution Associate

Reports to: Director of Warehouse/Warehouse Floor Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Status: Part-time (25 hours) Non-exempt

Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age or older. Prior experience operating power equipment in a warehouse setting preferred. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain power equipment certification.

Physical Requirements: This position works in a typical warehouse setting and will be exposed to extreme temperatures and/or weather conditions. There will be extended periods of sitting, standing and/or bending, pulling, and reaching. This position would normally have routine opportunities for the employee to be able to alter their physical position or change eye focus. This position will require the safe use of a power equipment. Employee should have the ability to lift up to 80 pounds without assistance.

Position Summary: Responsible for safe, efficient, and accurate transition of product from distribution dock to agencies picking-up product for transport.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Stages agency orders for pick-up in the distribution area.
• Returns remaining items back to stock at the end of the business day.
• Validates invoices for orders and corrects errors when discovered and ensures both agencies and staff sign.
• Ensures products displayed in distribution area are clean and safe.
• Ensures distribution cooler is stocked.
• Provides excellent customer service to agencies.
• Ensures doors are secured when distribution is not open to the public.
• Maintains a clean and safe workspace for both interior and exterior distribution areas.
• Inspects power equipment prior to use.
• Follows all safety standards and procedures.
• Works independently and collaboratively with other departments and employees in support of the mission of the Food Bank.
• Adheres to the Food Bank's Employee Code of Conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of an employee performing this position.

This job is not eligible for a work from home option.

Regional Food Bank is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of the Food Bank to do their part to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve. The Regional Food Bank complies with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees.

Salary: $20 per hour