Forklift-Certified Warehouse Receiver

Harvesters—The Community Food Network; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

403b plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Harvesters—The Community Food Network in Kansas City, MO is seeking Receiving Staff to ensure accurate and timely intake of donated and purchased products, following established receiving standards. The role emphasizes safety, documentation accuracy, forklift operations, and maintaining a clean work area.

Frequent walking in a warehouse, lifting up to 50 pounds, and adherence to food safety policies are required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in a warehouse setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High School education or equivalent; basic math, reading and writing.
• Tolerance of a wide range of temperatures.
• Basic digital literacy skills.
• Ability to be forklift certified, stand up forklift.
• A dedication to Harvesters mission is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Receive donated and purchased products per Harvesters procedures.
• Ensure accuracy of receiving documents and resolve discrepancies.
• Operate material handling equipment safely and perform preventive maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with policies.
• Ensure pallets are down-stacked to proper height before receiving.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Digital literacy

Math skills

Forklift certified

Lifting 50 lbs

Safety focus

Team dedication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Harvesters—The Community Food Network in Kansas City, MO is seeking Receiving Staff to ensure accurate and timely intake of donated and purchased products, following established receiving standards. The role emphasizes safety, documentation accuracy, forklift operations, and maintaining a clean work area.

Frequent walking in a warehouse, lifting up to 50 pounds, and adherence to food safety policies are required.