Warehouse Handler

Mid South Food Bank • Memphis, TN

8h

About The Position

Handles, organizing, and managing warehouse inventory to ensure smooth operations. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. As a Warehouse Handler, you will be responsible for receiving, storing, and dispatching goods while maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Your primary duties will include unloading and loading shipments, inspecting goods for damage, and ensuring that all inventory is stored correctly. You will also be responsible for keeping the warehouse clean and organized, following company policies and safety guidelines. Additionally, you will collaborate with other team members to optimize warehouse processes and improve efficiency. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential, as you will be responsible for tracking inventory levels and ensuring that all shipments are processed accurately.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to operate a forklift and a manual or powered pallet jack, forklift certification a plus
• Demonstrated attention to detail, knowledge of good record keeping procedures and the ability to maintain accurate and legible records and current files
• Prior warehouse, production, food service experience preferred
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to successfully complete a Safe Food Handling Course
• Ability to work well with donor, volunteers, agency representatives, volunteers, senior aides and other Food Bank staff
• Acceptance of philosophy of food banking.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to operate a forklift and a manual or powered pallet jack, forklift certification a plus
• Prior warehouse, production, food service experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect and properly weigh and/or count all incoming products
• Accurately pull orders for pickup and delivery
• Load delivery orders and unload shipments as needed
• Maintain orderly and clean work area in compliance with Food Bank safety and sanitation policies; ensure that the warehouse facility meets Memphis and Shelby County Health Department guidelines by assisting in daily cleaning as well as the maintenance of the outside perimeters
• Maintain working relationships that ensure the success of Food Bank programs. This includes maintaining positive interpersonal relationships with donors, volunteers, agency representatives, Food Bank management and staff
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED