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Warehouse Driver
At the Food Bank of the Southern Tier, we are
committed to creating a future without hunger where access to healthy food by
all is recognized as fundamental to the well-being and success of individuals
and the foundation of a strong, vibrant society. We strive to be a
client-focused, engaged, high-performing team, leading a collaborative effort
across our region to ensure equitable access to nutritious food through our
values of Integrity, Learning, Inclusion, Caring, Respect, and Abundance.
Are you a reliable, safety-conscious
individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment?
The Food Bank of the Southern Tier (FBST) is seeking a
dedicated Warehouse Driver to play a vital role in our mission of working
together to build and sustain hunger-free communities throughout the Southern
Tier. In this rewarding role, you'll ensure the efficient delivery of food
products to our partner agencies across our six-county service area.
We're looking for someone who:
· Possesses
a valid commercial driver's license (CDL Class A) with a clean driving record.
· Has
experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment (a
plus).
· Maintains
a strong focus on safety and adheres to all safety regulations.
· Is
a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Has
a passion for the Food Bank's mission and helping those in need.
The FBST offers a rewarding work
environment where you can make a real difference!
Join us and be a part of something bigger!
Starting Wage: Starting
$21.50 per hour based on experience and a 37.5-hour workweek.
Monday – Thursday 6:30 am to 3:00 pm; Friday 6:30 am
to 12:00 pm
Primary Functions:
The Warehouse Driver is responsible for ensuring the
efficient acquisition and distribution of food products for the Food Bank of
the Southern Tier (FBST). This entails safely operating refrigerated trucks,
managing deliveries efficiently, and maintaining a smooth-running warehouse
operation while upholding critical food safety standards across our six-county
service area.
Specific Duties:
Order Fulfillment & Delivery
· Pull
orders from the warehouse according to specifications.
· Load
trucks efficiently and securely, ensuring proper handling of food products.
· Deliver
products to scheduled sites within the six-county service area, maintaining a
professional demeanor.
· Collect
local donations and coordinate timely delivery to partner agencies.
Warehouse Operations & Vehicle
Management
· Assists
in unloading and loading products to/from trucks.
· Verify
accuracy of quantity and quality of deliverables.
· Inspects
product donations for compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
· Safely
and efficiently operate motorized forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse
equipment in accordance with FBST policies and OSHA regulations.
· Clean
vehicles and equipment.
· Performs
various general warehouse duties, including packing orders, unloading
deliveries, repacking food products, and general maintenance in the designated
areas.
· Safely
operates FBST vehicles, maintaining optimal operating conditions by monitoring
oil, gas, fluid levels, battery, tires, etc. Report any issues to the
supervisor promptly.
· Complete
required paperwork such as daily mileage logs, trip logs, fuel logs,
temperature logs, and safety checks.
· Conduct
pre/post-trip vehicle inspections and report any safety issues or repairs
required.
Food Safety & Documentation
· Foster
ongoing support and a professional working relationship with vendors/donors
and/or their employees by maintaining rapport while ensuring strict adherence
to their personnel and food safety policies while on their premises.
· Adhere
to policies, principles, and best practices to ensure food safety.
· Perform
visual inspections, handle products appropriately, and monitor temperatures as
necessary to ensure compliance with food safety standards for both products and
packaging materials.
· Ensure
all required compliance and food safety documentation is complete, accurate,
and current.
Safety & Compliance
· Understand
and follow all safety policies, health rules, programs, and procedures.
· Report
unsafe acts, environments, or behaviors immediately.
· Report
safety issues, incidents, or accidents immediately.
· Ensure
all licenses, certifications, and medical cards are up to date and compliant
with FBST, State, and Federal regulations.
General
· Collaborates
cooperatively and supportively with other team members, offering assistance and
providing fill-in coverage for other positions when needed.
· Assists
in the daily operation of the warehouse and other related activities as
required.
· Perform
other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
· High
School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
· Minimum
1 years’ experience in a warehouse and/or product distribution center as a
driver and/or general warehouse worker is required.
· A
valid CDL Class A license with a clean driving record is required.
· Certified
forklift operator or willing to obtain certification.
· Certification
in Serv Safe is required and must be obtained within 180 days post-hiring.
· Ability
to occasionally lift, carry, or move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
· Pass
alcohol and drug testing in accordance with the Department of Transportation
(DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is required.
· Passing
a DOT physical exam is required.
What you will get:
Food Bank of the Southern Tier offers a well-rounded
and comprehensive benefits program.
· Salary:
Starting at $21.50 per hour.
· Full-time,
Non-Exempt position. We believe in work-life balance!
· Paid
Time Off, 10 days to start, 15 days after 1st Anniversary.
· Holidays
12-14 paid holidays and a flexible, family-friendly schedule.
· Medical,
Dental & Vision Insurance
· Life
Insurance
· Short-Term
& Long-Term Disability
· Supplemental
Insurances
· Flexible
Spending Account
· Health
Savings Account
· Legal
& Identity Shield Programs
· Employee
Assistance Program
· 403(b)
Plan
· My
Better Benefits – provides discounts and savings on thousands of products and
services.
The Food Bank of the Southern Tier is committed to
creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment and is proud to be an
equal-opportunity employer. Individuals who bring that perspective and support
diversity, equity and inclusiveness are strongly encouraged to apply.
Our hiring process and timeline:
· Applications
will be reviewed regularly until the position is filled.
· Phone
screenings will be conducted with qualified candidates.
· In-person
interviews will be conducted with candidates who advance after the phone
screening
· In-person
interviews are typically with 2-5 Interviewers
· Selected
candidate(s) to start ASAP.