Warehouse Associate II (SERC Repack)

Atlanta Community Food Bank; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Atlanta Community Food Bank is seeking a Produce Repack Associate to support repacking produce and protein for distribution to partner agencies and families in need. This role works in a cold-storage environment and emphasizes food safety, quality, and efficiency throughout the repack process.

Based in our East Point office, the position requires in‑office presence Tue–Sat with weekend hours as needed, and the ability to operate forklifts and RF scanners while maintaining a clean, safe

Qualifications

• Experience operating stand‑up and sit‑down forklifts and electric pallet jacks.
• Familiar with RF scanners and warehouse safety protocols.
• Ability to work in cold environments and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail and dependable team member.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes.

Responsibilities

• Sort, portion, label, and package produce and other items for distribution.
• Operate safely in cold environments following food handling procedures.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary workspace per food safety standards.
• Follow daily production goals and communicate any equipment or product issues to the supervisor.
• Assist with inventory checks and help track product movement from receiving to storage.
• Follow USDA and food safety protocols at all times.

Skills

Stand-up forklift operation

Sit-down forklift operation

Electric pallet jack operation

RF Scanners

Warehouse safety knowledge

OSHA safety practices

Attention to detail

Team player

Punctual and dependable

Cold environment adaptation

Physical stamina

Tools

Stand‑up forklift

Electric pallet jack

RF Scanners

Job description

Description

This position is in-office every day at our East Point location, and the schedule is Tuesday - Saturday. This person must be available to work weekend and flexible hours, as needed.

Who We Are:

The Atlanta Community Food Bank is committed to ending hunger in our community by leveraging food, dedicated people, and innovative solutions to ensure that no one has to worry about their next meal. Since 1979, we’ve provided vital resources to a growing network of nonprofit partners, including food pantries, community kitchens, childcare centers, night shelters, and senior centers. Today, we proudly serve over 700 partners across 29 counties in metro Atlanta and north Georgia, working together to create a hunger-free future.

Where You’ll Work:

Logistics / Supply Chain

About the Role:

The Produce Repack Associate plays a hands‑on role in the Atlanta Community Food Bank’s mission to fight hunger by safely and efficiently repacking produce and protein for distribution to partner agencies and families in need. This position works in a cold‑storage environment and helps ensure food safety, quality, and efficiency throughout the repack process.

What You’ll Do:

Repack Operations:

• Sort, portion, label, and package produce and other items for distribution.
• Operate safely in cold environments while following all food handling procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workspace in compliance with food safety standards.
• Follow daily production goals and communicate any equipment or product issues to the supervisor.

Quality & Safety:

• Ensure all products meet quality and safety standards.
• Follow USDA and food safety protocols at all times.
• Assist with inventory checks and help track product movement from receiving to storage.

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:

• Extremely proficient in operating stand‑up forklifts, sit‑down forklifts, and electric pallet jacks, including safe handling, loading/unloading, and maneuvering of materials and inventory.
• Knowledgeable with RF Scanners.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety protocols, OSHA regulations, and best practices in workplace safety, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe material handling techniques.
• Previous warehouse, food handling, or production experience is a plus (not required).
• Ability to work in cold environments for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Dependable and punctual, with the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Comfortable standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs as part of daily work.
• Basic understanding of food safety and cleanliness standards.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new processes.

There may be some Physical Demands and Travel:

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, and walking are required.
• Required to drive a Stand‑up forklift, ride on Electric pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
• Frequently operates in temperature conditions consistent with outside weather. Frequently transition between ambient and refrigerator / freezer temperatures.