Distribution Center Associate

Tarrant Area Food Bank; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarrant Area Food Bank is seeking a Distribution Center Associate in Fort Worth, Texas, responsible for receiving, storing, and shipping products efficiently and safely. The role involves operating equipment and maintaining a clean work area.

Candidates should have 2–5 years of experience in a distribution center and a high school diploma or equivalent. Forklift experience is essential, and compassion for the mission is required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent and 2 – 5 years of Distribution Center experience.
• Experience in grocery store or other food industry preferred.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.

Responsibilities

• Pull and prep product for shipping accurately.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and damage-free.
• Operate materials handling equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills

Forklift certification

Basic math skills

Compassion for our mission

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

2 – 5 years of Distribution Center experience

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Forklift

Basic computer programs

Job description

Overview

The Distribution Center Associate is responsible for accurately receiving, storing, retrieving and shipping products to meet operational standards for safety and productivity.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Pull and prep product for shipping; ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and damage-free
2. Label, sort, pack and weigh product for distribution
3. Efficiently load and unload freight, move product with pallet jack and/or forklift and safely stack in appropriate storage area
4. Operate materials handling equipment safely and efficiently
5. Inspect Distribution Center equipment daily for proper working condition; notify Distribution Center management team of necessary maintenance or repairs
6. Participate in physical inventories
7. Assist in maintaining Distribution Center security to ensure a safe working environment

Additional Duties

1. Comply with all state and association standards for food handling and storage
2. Maintain a clean and efficient work area
3. Sort pallets, clean trucks, trailers and parking lot as needed
4. Ensure forklift batteries are charged and ready for use
5. Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience

High school graduate or equivalent and 2 – 5 years of Distribution Center experience; Experience in grocery store or other food industry preferred

Technical Proficiencies

Experience operating an electric pallet jack and forklift; Knowledge of basic computer programs

Communication Skills

Must be able to speak, read and write English and be able to understand instructions, work orders, safety rules and procedures

Other Competencies

Ability to perform basic math, count and label product; Forklift certification (required within 30 days of employment); Compassion for our mission

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Work in a Distribution Center environment; Frequent standing, walking, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds; May encounter exposure to fumes and/or airborne particles, and hear moderate to loud noise from Distribution Center equipment; Requires work schedule flexibility with occasional weekend and evening availability