Warehouse Packing Lead

GrowNYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Union eligible

Job summary

GrowNYC is recruiting a Warehouse Packing Lead for the Wholesale Food Distribution team in New York. The role centers on coordinating daily packing operations, optimizing workflows, and ensuring quality standards without direct personnel management.

You will train staff on packing techniques, collaborate with logistics, and implement SOPs to improve product flow and efficiency. This is a full-time, in-person role with benefits and a union-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in food distribution operations with packing expertise.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and quality control for fresh produce.
• Ability to coordinate activities and provide technical guidance.
• Effective communication across multiple functional areas.
• Experience with inventory management systems and warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily packing operations including workflow planning and QA oversight.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for packing.
• Train team on packing techniques and food handling protocols.
• Oversee assembly and preparation of orders to spec and delivery schedules.
• Maintain quality control through inspections and checks.
• Collaborate with Logistics to align packing with routes.
• Provide feedback to improve product flow and efficiency.

Skills

Packing processes

Food safety standards

Warehouse operations

Inventory management

Communication skills

Tools

Forklift certification

Inventory management software

Barcode systems

Job description

Description

Organization Information

GrowNYC is a 56-year-old environmental nonprofit organization helping more than 3 million New Yorkers by providing essential services and taking action to make NYC a livable city, one where every person can enjoy a healthier, more sustainable life. GrowNYC Programs include:

• Our network of Greenmarkets and the work of GrowNYC Wholesale ensure that all New Yorkers have access to the freshest, healthiest local food.
• We build and support community and school gardens through volunteer days, technical assistance, training, grants and more.
• We provide 70,000 children each year with programs that provide meaningful interactions with the natural environment.

Warehouse Packing Lead (Full-time):

Position Summary

The Warehouse Packing Lead serves as a technical leader for our packing operations within the Wholesale Food Distribution department. This role coordinates daily packing activities, optimizes workflows, and ensures quality standards while providing functional guidance to the packing team. The Warehouse Packing Lead maintains critical oversight of order fulfillment operations without direct personnel management responsibilities.

Warehouse Packing Lead Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to):

• Coordinate daily packing operations including workflow planning, task allocation, and quality control oversight
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for efficient and accurate order packing
• Train team members on proper packing techniques, food handling protocols, and quality standards
• Oversee the assembly and preparation of customer orders according to specifications and delivery schedules
• Maintain strict quality control through regular inspection of packed orders and random quality checks
• Collaborate with Logistics Team to synchronize packing schedules with delivery routes and timing
• Provide critical feedback to improve product flow, space utilization, and operational efficiency

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in food distribution operations with demonstrated expertise in packing processes
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards, handling practices, and quality control for fresh produce
• Proven ability to coordinate activities and provide technical guidance to team members
• Strong problem-solving abilities and process improvement mindset
• Effective communication skills with ability to coordinate across multiple functional areas
• Experience with inventory management systems and warehouse operations

Ideal Qualifications

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a warehouse environment
• Forklift certification and experience with warehouse equipment
• Food handling certification or extensive training in food safety protocols
• Experience with inventory management software and barcode systems
• Knowledge of FSMA requirements and food distribution best practices

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly throughout shift

Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Ability to work in temperature-controlled environments (including refrigerated areas)

Comfortable with frequent movement between warehouse and delivery activities

Ability to work in a fast-paced, sometimes noisy environment

Schedule

This position is full-time and hourly and requires a rotating schedule and availability. Shift assignments may occur any day between Monday-Sunday. Early AM shift start times typically between 5AM-7AM. Shift end times vary according to warehouse volume and delivery routes. Average 8-hour shifts and 35-40 hour work week. This is a fully in-person role.

Compensation

The position is a non-exempt full-time and hourly position. It pays $23 - $25 per hour and includes full benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, incentive savings plan, paid time off, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, FSA programs, and potential for parental leave for full-time regular employees who have been employed with GrowNYC for 175 days). This position is union eligible.

Location

New York State Regional Food Hub (Bronx, NY 10474)

Applications

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis. Due to the volume of employment applications received, GrowNYC is unable to respond to each application individually. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected as a candidate. No phone calls or recruiters or recruiting agencies, please.

Application deadline is October 15th, 2026.

Contact

GrowNYC

P.O. Box 2327

New York, NY 10272

212-788-7900

For additional information, please see our website: grownyc.org

**Upon tender of offer, GrowNYC expects that the candidate will be available to start the role within a maximum of 21 days.**

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