Facility Maintenance & Safety Lead

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM.

Change(s) in work schedule will be communicated to employees in advance of the change(s) taking place. Overtime is required on an occasional basis, based on organizational needs.

Supervisor: Director of Operations

Status: Full-Time

Classification: Non-Exempt

Supervises: Volunteers as Assigned

• Lead AIB audit preparation, including corrective actions, facility improvements, documentation, and audit readiness activities.
• Partner with the Director of Operations to develop and deliver safety training programs and onboarding for Operations team members.
• Train staff on the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe lifting techniques, material handling procedures, and emergency response protocols.
• Provide training on the safe operation and basic maintenance of warehouse equipment, including forklifts, stand-up lifts, pallet jacks, balers, and shrink-wrap machines.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness activities, including fire drills and evacuation procedures.
• Conduct and document monthly facility safety inspections, identify hazards, and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Investigate and report safety incidents, hazards, and near-miss events.
• Promote a culture of safety and compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain facility and grounds cleanliness in compliance with Feeding America, GMP, AIB, and Second Harvest standards.
• Ensure weekly, monthly, and quarterly cleaning schedules are completed and properly documented.
• Oversee the facility pest control program, including fly light inspections, log maintenance, and coordination with contracted providers.
• Ensure warehouse, office, common areas, and restrooms are clean, stocked, and maintained daily.
• Coordinate grounds maintenance activities, including mowing, trimming, litter removal, weed control, snow removal, and salting of walkways as needed.
• Coordinate and supervise volunteers assisting with landscaping and grounds maintenance.
• Maintain temperature logs and related records for freezers, coolers, and other monitored areas.
• Monitor HVAC, refrigeration, freezer, and cooler systems to ensure proper operation and food safety compliance.

• Coordinate preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, and service activities for fleet vehicles, facility systems, and warehouse equipment.
• Maintain equipment and vehicle service records and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, insurance requirements, and safety standards.
• Coordinate transportation of vehicles and drivers for maintenance appointments as needed.
• Oversee maintenance, inspection, and calibration of warehouse equipment, including forklifts, stand-up lifts, pallet jacks, balers, shrink-wrap machines, and scales.
• Coordinate testing and maintenance of fire suppression systems and maintain required documentation.
• Perform general facility maintenance, including painting, minor repairs, and building upkeep.
• Manage vendor contracts related to HVAC, refrigeration, snow removal, equipment service, and other facility maintenance needs.
• Monitor facility, equipment, and vehicle conditions and proactively address maintenance needs to minimize downtime and maintain safe operations.

• Conduct regular visits to the offsite storage facility to monitor operations and promptly address any issues that arise.
• Coordinate with department staff and drivers to schedule deliveries to and pickups from the offsite storage facility.

• Assisting in the warehouse on an as needed basis to support operations including pulling orders assigned and replenishing pick locations.
• Coordinate with other departments as necessary to ensure efficient operations
• Uphold the Core Values and mission of Second Harvest at all times.
• Display courtesy and respect at all times to Second Harvest employees, volunteers, donors, member agencies, and the general public.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to Second Harvest.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Valid Driver's License.
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