Warehouse Coordinator (Vista)

theapplicantmanager.com - ATS; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Dental and vision plans

Term life insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

403(b) plan with 200% employer match

Job summary

Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank in Vista is hiring a full-time Warehouse Coordinator. This hourly, benefited role supports inventory management, inbound/outbound shipments, order picking, and maintains a safe, organized warehouse.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm. The team offers a competitive benefits package including health coverage and paid leave; forklift certification is preferred and a California driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of warehouse or inventory management experience.
• Valid California Driver’s License.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts and end-of-month reconciliation.
• Track stock levels, locations, and perform bin consolidation and audits.
• Verify inbound shipments against POs and schedule inbound appointments.
• Organize warehouse areas and enforce FIFO/FEFO; assist with loading/unloading.
• Assist with truck donations and outbound pallet movements.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and waste disposal; record inventory transactions.
• Ensure food safety compliance in handling and storage.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

1–2 years warehouse/inventory experience

Tools

Inventory software (Primarius)

Job description

The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is currently hiring a full-time, hourly and benefited Warehouse Coordinator at our Vista location.

About the San Diego Food Bank

Established in 1977, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is a critical component to the welfare of San Diego County, providing nutritious food to people in need, advocacy for the hungry and educating the public about hunger-related issues. For more information about the organization, please visit www.sandiegofoodbank.org.

Our Mission:

The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank and our North County Food Bank Chapter provide nutritious food to people in need, advocate for the hungry, and educate the public about hunger-related issues.

Did you know?

• The San Diego Food Bank is the largest hunger relief organization in the county, feeding over 400,000 people every month in partnership with more than450 nonprofit co mmunity partners.
• We are the fourth largest independent food bank in the country.
• We distributed 52 million pounds of food in 2025; more than 48% of that food being fresh produce.
• We have a Four-Star rating on Charity Navigator.

We are committed to innovation and sustainability to reduce our impact on the environment. We have 1,400 solar panels, we are LEED v4 Gold Certified, we have a 3,600 sq. ft composting and recycling center that houses our recycling and composting machine and received the 2020 Business Waste Reduction & Recycling award.

Position Purpose

The Warehouse Coordinator supports the daily operations of the warehouse, assisting with accurate inventory management and a well-organized, safe environment. This position assists with inbound and outbound shipments, order picking, maintaining stock integrity, and supporting accurate inventory control. Additionally, the Warehouse Coordinator provides secondary support to volunteer and repack operations, helping with coverage as needed to maintain operational continuity.

Primary Responsibilities

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position. All duties are expected to be performed in accordance with existing company policy and procedure. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Inventory Management and Control

• A ssist with daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts, and end-of-month inventory reconciliation to maintain accurate stock records.
• Monitor stock levels, track product locations, and assist with bin consolidation and audits to optimize warehouse space.
• Assist the Warehouse Receiver by verifying that shipments match purchase orders, invoices, and bills of landing, scheduling inbound appointments, and coordinating with departments to streamline receiving activities.

Warehouse Operations

• Assist with organization of the warehouse, including cooler and freezer areas, by consolidating pallets and organizing products following First In, First Out (FIFO) and First Expired, First Out (FEFO) principles.
• Assist with loading and unloading delivery trucks, verifying product quantities and quality match shipping and receiving documents.
• Assist with walk-in and scheduled truck donations.
• Prepare, stack, and move pallets for outbound shipments, coordinating with delivery schedules and ensuring accurate product counts.
• Assist with warehouse cleanliness and security, including waste disposal and upkeep of storage areas.
• Check product expiration dates, handle rotation, and ensure adherence to food safety guidelines.
• Assist with preparing shipping and receiving documentation, including bills of landing and receipts, to ensure compliance with tracking standards.

Safety, Equipment Maintenance, & Documentation

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment, conducting routine checks and ensuring all equipment is safe working condition.
• Follow all warehouse safety protocols and maintain knowledge of food safety standards relevant to the handling, storage, and repackaging of food products.
• Assist with accurately recording incoming and outgoing inventory.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this role will possess comprehensive knowledge of warehouse operations, food safety standards, and inventory control practices. The candidate should be capable of operating standard warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks, with certification preferred. Strong organizational and time-management skills, effective communication, and teamwork abilities are essential. The candidate must also demonstrate a proactive approach to supporting operational areas, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and food handling requirements.

Education, Training and Experience

A typical way of obtaining the necessary education, training, and experience for this position includes:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a warehouse or inventory management role.
• Experience in volunteer coordination or repackaging operations is a plus.
• Preferred:
  • Experience in a nonprofit or human services setting.
  • Experience in a food warehousing setting.
  • Experience working with inventory management software and systems.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Warehouse operations, inventory control practices, and safety guidelines for a warehouse setting.
• Food safety and handling standards.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Inventory tracking system or warehouse management software (e.g., Primarius) a plus.

Ability to:

• Operate standard warehouse equipment, including forklifts (certification preferred) and pallet jacks.
• Utilize strong organizational and time-management skills, multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities, with a proactive approach to supporting other operational areas as needed.

Licenses, Certificates, Special Requirements

• Valid California Driver’s License.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain certification upon hire).

Compensation

This is a full-time, non-exempt, hourly, benefited position.

• A market-level competitive salary is between $22.00- $25.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications.
• The compensation package includes a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including: 403(b) plan with 200% employer matching; excellent health care coverage with free employee medical, dental and vision plans; company paid term life insurance; and a generous accrual of paid vacation and sick leave.

Work Schedule

• Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm.

This is a non-management position

This is a regular full-time position

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