Warehouse Coordinator

Is responsible for, but not limited to the following functions: 

• Plan HRMFS food menus a week in advance and order supplies from regional food banks and local wholesale vendors to meet weekly delivery cycle needs. 
• Collaborate with HRMFS Program Manager in planning the product menu for HRMFS distributions and communicate all issues regarding product supply or quality. 
• Build a delivery menu that coincides with contract guidelines and is receptive to the cultural food needs of our diverse program participants 
• Work together with drivers and warehouse support staff to ensure that orders are picked and loaded accurately 
• Schedule daily driving routes for Lead Driver and Driver Assist
• Drive 20’ dock truck to pick up donations or make deliveries in relief of regular drivers
• Manage storage areas (freezer, cooler, warehouse)  
• Manage inventory records and complete regular physical counts. 
• Ensure warehouse space meets compliance requirements of food shelf license and food bank partners
• Help maintain cleanliness of warehouse and set schedule for regular cleaning of cooler, freezer and dry storage areas
• Receive donated and purchased products accurately and ensure incoming products are evaluated and recorded. 
• Communicate with HRMFS building partners regarding delivery schedules and weekly procurement
• Compile administrative documents necessary for each HRMFS delivery
• Work with HRMFS Program Manager to update participant information in service tracking software
• Work with food shelf team leads and Director of Food Programs to receive and allocate products across all food programs
• Collaborate with Director of Food Programs, HRMFS Program Manager and other staff members to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals and objectives. 
• Participate in agency wide committees and events 
• Show flexibility in accepting new duties as assigned 

Education / Certificates: 

• High School Diploma or GED – Required 
• Valid MN Class D License - Required 
• Possess valid DOT health card or the ability to obtain one 
• Possess food protection manager certificate or the ability to obtain one

Experience: 

• Driving dock truck 26,000 GVWR or less – preferred 
• Warehouse or food shelf experience preferred
• Experience using electric pallet jacks and stacker or ability to complete training

Other Qualifications: 

• Must speak and read English fluently, additional language (Somali, Oromo, Spanish) helpful but not required. 
• Works across ethnic/racial/economic lines for effective communication and rapport. 
• Ability to complete appropriate trainings such as Civil Rights and food safety trainings  
• Works in a collaborative and coordinated effort. 
• Communicates effectively in oral and written forms. 
• Self-starts and effectively problem solves. 
• Handles confidential information appropriately. 
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds occasionally and 30-40 pounds frequently and have no physical restrictions precluding heavy lifting and bending. 
• Computer competency - Experienced in using Excel, Word, Outlook computer software programs. 
• Pass a Criminal Background Check, if hired – Required

Salary : $20 - $23