Inventory Receiving Associate
Job in
Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77246, USA
Listing for:
Houston Food Bank
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-06-06
Job specializations:
-
Warehouse
Summer Seasonal, General Labor, Warehouse Associate
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly
USD
60000.00
80000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description
The Inventory Receiving Associate is responsible for managing and facilitating the flow of products including receiving, inventory, and order pulling for Keegan’s Kitchen. This position works closely with the Culinary Inventory Supervisor and other kitchen leadership to proactively manage inventory reorders. This role is required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
Adhere to PACT values. (
Purpose:
Using our strengths passionately to contribute to our mission. Accountability:
Choosing to rise above one’s circumstances and demonstrating ownership to achieve results. See It. Own It. Solve It. Do It. Courage: Standing up for what’s right and acting. Transparency: Doing things openly and honestly).
Essential Job Functions
Helps maintain the organization of all Kids Cafe inventory and inventory locations in the warehouse according to guidelines from Houston Food Bank (HFB), AIB, Harris County Health Dept., and OSHA. This includes a weekly audit of all storage areas for signs of damage, infestation, etc.Conducts monthly physical inventory recording of all Kids Cafe products in warehouse areas on the 1st of each month.Inputs inventory tracking into Net Suite daily/monthly Excel spreadsheet.Adheres to the current warehouse receiving policy including the check‑in process, inspects loads, and completes Receiving Order Detail Sheet (RODS) once the truck is done unloading the product.Submits RODS and invoices to the Inventory Management Coordinator for all non‑disposables and invoices for disposables, submit invoices directly.Reports missing and/or damaged products to the Culinary Inventory Supervisor immediately.Moves the received product to a designated location in the warehouse and maintains FIFO product rotation.Communicates with Kitchen leadership to determine withdrawals from warehouse areas necessary for daily production.Transfers required items and amounts to designated locations for daily production.Coordinates with kitchen leadership, warehouse leaders, and associates for alterations to warehouse space and product placement.Returns any excess product from production periods to appropriate locations in the warehouse, maintaining FIFO product rotation.Attends HFB and Departmental meetings/presentations/networking/training opportunities as required and needed for professional development.Assists in the development and implementation of programs and special projects.Provides verbal and written reports as required.Executes duties as assigned by the supervisor and leadership.Provides excellent customer service internally and externally.Communicates regularly and clearly with the supervisor and completes tasks according to agreed‑upon deadlines.Maintains courteous working relationships with all HFB staff, volunteers, partners, and clients.Supervisory Responsibilities
Requirements Qualifications
Education and Experience - High School Diploma from an accredited school or general education development (GED) certificate
- Forklift experience
- 1+ years of warehouse inventory experience preferred
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
- Food Handler certification completed within 30 days of hire date
- HFB forklift training and certification within 30 days of hire date
Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (For best performance, the job holder in this position would be expected to show the right knowledge, skills, and abilities in the listed areas.)
- Intermediate level of experience Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Ability to work with a diverse population
- Professional communication skills
- Proficiency and comfortability with arithmetic
- Knowledge of CACFP/SFSP/TDA programs and training skills preferred
- Knowledge of commercial food service processes preferred
- Strong customer service skills and willingness to assist others
- Must be able to collaborate with cross‑functional…
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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