Warehouse Associate I

Atlanta Community Food Bank; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlanta Community Food Bank in East Point is seeking a Warehouse Associate to handle receiving, picking, order fulfillment, and forklift operation in our in-office warehouse.

This role requires attention to safety, accurate staging of orders, and using the Warehouse Management System to track movement. Weekend availability and flexible hours may be needed; typical schedule is Monday through Friday with additional shifts as required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate standup and sit-down forklifts and Electric Pallet Jacks.
• Good oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to work in varying temperature environments.

Responsibilities

• Stages agency orders accurately and efficiently in the fulfillment dock area for pickup.
• Assists partner agencies with loading their vehicles in a safe and organized manner.
• Verifies that staged and loaded orders match order documentation to ensure accuracy.
• Uses the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to pick, locate, and record product movement.
• Follows First-In, First-Out (FIFO) procedures and reports any inventory discrepancies or product damage.
• Maintains clean, safe, and organized dock and storage areas free of debris and hazards.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support overall warehouse operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Communication skills

Temperature tolerance

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

This position is in-office M-F at our East Point locations and must be available to work weekend and flexible hours, as needed

Who We Are

The Atlanta Community Food Bank is working to end hunger in our community with the food, people and big ideas needed so that no one worries where their next meal is coming from. Since 1979, we’ve been providing food for a growing network of nonprofit partners – including food pantries, community kitchens, childcare centers, night shelters and senior centers. We currently serve more than 700 partners in 29 counties across metro Atlanta and north Georgia.

About The Role

Warehouse Associates are responsible for receiving, picking, order fulfillment, and lift truck operation. They must provide effective and safe operation of all warehouse equipment, as well as maintain a clean, safe work environment. Warehouse Associates contribute additional work as deemed necessary and appropriate by Food Bank management.

What You’ll Do

Order Fulfillment & Dock Operations

• Stages agency orders accurately and efficiently in the fulfillment dock area for pickup.
• Assists partner agencies with loading their vehicles in a safe and organized manner.
• Verifies that staged and loaded orders match order documentation to ensure accuracy.
• Uses the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to pick, locate, and record product movement.
• Follows First-In, First-Out (FIFO) procedures and reports any inventory discrepancies or product damage.

Safety & Warehouse Standards

• Maintains clean, safe, and organized dock and storage areas free of debris and hazards.
• Adheres to all food safety and warehouse safety guidelines.
• Ensure proper storage temperatures and records as required.
• Inspects and safely operates warehouse equipment, using all required PPE.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support overall warehouse operations.

Key Competencies we look for in All our Food Bankers are:

• Customer Focus
• Decision Making
• Accountability
• The Ability to Navigate Change

What You’ll Need: Skills and Experience your resume should demonstrate:

• Ability to work in varying temperature environments
• Must have good oral and written communications skills
• Ability to operate standup and sit-down forklifts and Electric Pallet Jacks

There May Be Some Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employee is routinely required to lift and transport heavy items to waist level, up to 75 lbs.
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, climbing and walking are required.
• Required to drive a forklift and operate warehouse equipment.
• This position would normally have routine opportunities to alter physical position or change eye focus. Frequently operates in temperature conditions consistent with outside weather. Frequently transition between ambient and refrigerator / freezer temperatures. Occasional regional travel with ACFB team members may be required.