Program Coordinator (Operations Specialist)

Bremerton Foodline; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Job summary

Bremerton Foodline is seeking a Program Coordinator (Operations Specialist) to support warehouse operations, inventory control, and program activities that move food from docks to pantry shelves.

You will train and lead volunteers, ensure food safety, and collaborate with staff to meet daily and programmatic goals, while serving 800+ households weekly.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly and work in cold storage.
• College degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Drive.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time‑management abilities.
• Resourceful, proactive, and solution‑oriented.
• Flexibility for occasional evenings and weekends.
• Food Handler’s Card (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
• Current WA driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Receive, weigh, sort, and record in‑kind contributions and deliveries.
• Support food drives from start to finish, including scheduling, receiving, and sorting.
• Coordinate the receiving, sorting, and storage of Grocery Rescue product for safe use.
• Keep warehouse bays, cold storage, and work areas organized and ready for use.
• Maintain accurate inventory records in the inventory system.
• Rotate stock (first in, first out) and monitor product dates and quality.
• Collaborate on purchasing and restock planning.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and support warehouse volunteers.
• Lead volunteer groups, including food drives and community groups.
• Develop daily task assignments with the Operations Manager and Program.

Skills

Lift 50 lbs

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Team coordination

Education

College degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Drive

Job description

Program Coordinator (Operations Specialist)

We’re looking for a Program Coordinator (Operations Specialist) to help keep food moving and our mission growing!

Department: Operations

Status: Full-Time, Hourly (40 hours/week)

Reports To: Operations Manager

Wages: Starting at $23 per hour

Applications Due: November 11, 2026

Position Overview

Bremerton Foodline (BFL) seeks an organized, hands‑on, and team‑centered Program Coordinator (Operations Specialist) to support our warehouse systems, including in‑kind contributions, food drives, Grocery Rescue product, and inventory management. Our busy food bank serves more than 800 households per week, and this position keeps food moving from the loading dock to the pantry shelf so every client finds a full, welcoming pantry.

The Program Coordinator works collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and community partners to maintain operational excellence, uphold food safety standards, and advance BFL’s mission of reducing food insecurity in our community. Works closely with the Food Pantry Specialist and Program Specialist to ensure all programs have the food, supplies, and support they need for success.

One Team, Three Specialties

• Food Pantry Specialist – Leads daily pantry operations, client services, and volunteer teams on the pantry floor.
• Program Specialist – Leads Special Programs, including Groceries On the Go, KidVantage, Mail Service, and CSFP.
• Operations Specialist – Leads warehouse systems and inventory so the pantry and every program have the food and supplies they need.

Coordinators cross‑train, share information daily, and step in for one another so service never stops on a busy day or when a teammate is out.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations

• Receive, weigh, sort, and record in‑kind contributions and incoming deliveries.
• Support food drives from start to finish, including scheduling, receiving, and sorting.
• Coordinate the receiving, sorting, and storage of Grocery Rescue product so it is used safely and quickly.
• Keep warehouse bays, cold storage, and work areas organized and ready for use.

Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate inventory records in BFL’s inventory system.
• Rotate stock (first in, first out) and monitor product dates and quality.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager on purchasing and restock planning.

Food Pantry & Program Support

• Partner with the Food Pantry Specialist to keep shelves, fridges, and freezers stocked daily.
• Work with the Program Specialist to stage products and supplies for Special Programs.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and support warehouse volunteers.
• Lead volunteer groups, including food drive, corporate, and community groups.
• Develop daily task assignments in collaboration with the Operations Manager and Program

Facility & Safety Management

• Log fridge and freezer temperatures daily and uphold food safety protocols.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and follow OSHA safety practices.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, donor, and organizational regulations.

Recordkeeping & Compliance

• Track pounds received and distributed to support grant and partner reporting.

Communication & Professional Conduct

• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, volunteers, staff, and partners.
• Demonstrate systems thinking, adaptability, and a growth mindset.

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly and stand, walk, and work in cold storage for long periods
• College degree or equivalent experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Drive
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time‑management abilities
• Resourceful, proactive, and solution‑oriented
• Flexibility for occasional evenings and weekends
• Food Handler’s Card (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
• Current WA driver’s license and clean driving record

Preferred

• Fluency in Spanish and/or Mam
• Warehouse or inventory experience, including inventory software
• Experience operating warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jack, forklift); forklift certification a plus
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bremerton Foodline is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

We believe that diversity strengthens our organization and enhances our ability to serve the community with dignity and respect.