Warehouse Associate Employment Type : Full-time Reporting to the Warehouse Operations Manager, the Warehouse Associate plays a key role in the productive flow of perishable and non-perishable food. The role involves maintaining a safe, clean, and organized warehouse environment while handling, sorting, and preparing food orders for distribution. Working closely with volunteers and the warehouse team, the Warehouse Associate supports the receiving, storing, picking, staging, and building of orders, accurately tracks inventory using handheld and computer systems, and operates warehouse machinery and vehicles safely.

Overseeing perishable and non-perishable inventory coming into and out of the building: Receiving, unloading, and storing products in racking, cooler, and freezer areas, following food storage and safety guidelines. Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized warehouse environment while handling, sorting, and preparing perishable, frozen, and non-perishable food orders for distribution. Picking, staging, and building orders, including packing hampers and repackaging products as needed.

Managing compost and waste in the warehouse. Entering inventory data using handheld devices (RF Scanners) or computers, maintaining accurate records and proper rotation. Checking inventory quality and expiration dates, troubleshooting discrepancies, and collaborating with the Inventory Operations Coordinator to maintain accuracy.

Operating warehouse machinery and vehicles to safely move products: Safely operating forklifts, reach trucks, and/or counterbalances to transport and stock products.

Driving Food

Bank trucks as needed for deliveries, pickups, or refueling. Coordinating, guiding, and supporting volunteers in warehouse tasks,



including communicating volunteer needs to the Operations Trainers. Assisting with special events and other warehouse operations, onsite and offsite.

Specific examples may vary from year to year as priorities of The Food Bank change. 2 years of relevant warehouse experience. ~ A valid Ontario G-class license and a clean driver’s abstract (a valid Ontario D-class license is considered an asset). ~ A forklift certification and/or experience including reach truck and counterbalance. ~ Familiarity with inventory management systems and RF Scanners is considered an asset. ~ A Food Safety Certification is considered an asset. ~ A First Aid Certification is considered an asset. ~ Experience in the non-profit sector and/or with issues related to food insecurity or community development is considered an asset. Operating and handling of heavy machinery (i.e., Food Bank vehicles, forklifts, etc.). Working primarily indoors in a warehouse environment with exposure to temperature changes (heat and cold), dust and dirt, noise, and fumes (exhaust).

Some exposure to minor chemicals (i.e., Local travel within Waterloo region (i.e., Social, Emotional, and Cognitive Demands Superior attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines efficiently. Strong interpersonal, collaboration,



and relationship-building skills with the ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships. Continued alertness and focus for occasional driving and operation of heavy machinery.

The Food

Bank of Waterloo Region is located at 50 Alpine Court in Kitchener, Ontario. Hours of work are generally between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday, for 40 hours per week (inclusive of 1 hour paid lunch each day). However, to meet the objectives of The Food Bank and commitments to our volunteers, members, and community, some irregular hours may be required. This would include no more than two evenings a week and/or two weekends a month.

The Warehouse

Associate reports to the Warehouse Operations Manager. A significant amount of time in this role is spent working with other members of The Food Bank's Operations team and volunteers. We have a passion to live our mission - obtaining and distributing essential food from our neighbours for our neighbours - and are committed to a Waterloo region where no one experiences hunger .

We believe that diverse teams perform better and that fostering an inclusive work environment is a key part of growing a successful team.The Food Bank of Waterloo Region is committed to accessibility and to protecting the human rights our job applicants during the recruitment process. Should, at any point throughout the recruitment process,an applicant require accommodation or communication in an alternative format because of a disability, please contact Human Resources at (phone hidden).

At The Food

Bank of Waterloo Region, we use AI-enabled tools to assess applications, however, all recruitment decisions are reviewed by a human. #

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