Warehouse Associate - Maryland Food Bank : Job Details

The Maryland Food Bank (MFB) is a nonprofit, anti-hunger organization whose mission is to feed people, strengthen communities, and end hunger for more Marylanders. MFB does this work by expanding access to nutritious food while also seeking to eliminate the root causes of hunger. MFB's distributes food through a statewide network of community-based organizations from Maryland's western mountains to its Eastern Shore. Last year, the Maryland Food Bank distributed enough food to provide the equivalent of more than 41 million meals, or about 114,000 meals every day. This healthy food supports children, seniors, veterans, and hard-working families. MFB works to end hunger for more Marylanders by offering job training programs, access to supportive services and benefits, and by advocating to change to the laws, policies, and practices that create food insecurity for more than 1 in 3 Marylanders. The Maryland Food Bank embraces a philosophy which recognizes and values diversity. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain, and promote a talented diverse workforce in a culture where all employees will contribute to their fullest potential. About the position: The Warehouse Associate is responsible for supporting daily warehouse operations, including receiving deliveries, organizing inventory, preparing orders for distribution, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This role involves operating warehouse equipment and ensuring products are handled efficiently and accurately. Primary Responsibilities:

• Accurately fill agency orders by using the warehouse technology system to pull products from designated locations, scan product and rack labels, and load cases onto pallets for shipping or pick-up.
• Regularly pull orders in freezer environments with temperatures below 0°F.
• Safely operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and scissor lifts.
• Maintain a safe and professional work environment at all times.
• Load and unload trailers while providing excellent customer service to partner agencies, vendors, and internal staff.
• Assist in maintaining high standards of sanitation and cleanliness throughout the warehouse.
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations, including AIB standards and company policies.
• Ensure proper storage and organization of inventory.
• Perform basic data entry and maintain a working knowledge of the current ERP system.
• Assist other operational departments as needed based on daily warehouse requirements.
• Provide support during special events as required.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen (including marijuana) and background check
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to follow directions, use active listening skills, and ask questions when needed
• Commitment to ethical and professional workplace behavior

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating electric pallet jacks, forklifts, reach trucks, and manual pallet jacks (or ability to become certified)
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology and scan guns
• Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics environment

Working Conditions: This position is physically demanding and takes place primarily in a warehouse setting with frequent exposure to equipment and cold environments.

• Requires standing, walking, stooping, and kneeling for extended periods (75%+ of the workday)
• Must regularly lift/move objects up to 30 lbs., and frequently lift/move items over 75 lbs.; occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Regularly push/pull pallets up to 2,000 lbs. using an electric pallet jack
• Must work in cold storage areas with temperatures ranging from 30°F to -5°F
• Must have full range of vision including depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Exposure to moving forklifts and pallet jacks; some outdoor work required
• Requires knowledge of and commitment to safe work practices

Schedule: This is a full-time role. Standard hours are Monday through Friday on one of two shifts:

• 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
• 1:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (Halethorpe location only)

Must be available for occasional overtime and weekend work as needed.Pay range: $18:00 - $22.50/ Per hour (Overtime eligible) Nothing matters more to the Maryland Food Bank than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all positions require a background check and pre-employment drug test. To learn more about our career opportunities, visit www.mdfoodbank.org/careers.