Warehouse Associate - Raleigh

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper implementation of procedures related to receipt of incoming products, distribution of outgoing products, and order selection.
• Adhere to all food safety regulations and Food Bank standard operating procedures.
• Adhere to all standard operating procedures and warehouse technology tools and processes.
• Effectively disburse products into appropriate locations within the warehouse.
• Implement FIFO/FEFO (First In-First Out, First Expired-First Out) rules regarding all products.
• Proactively inspect perishable products to ensure quality control and inform relevant staff of product integrity.
• Operate an electric pallet jack or forklift, hand selecting and palletizing products from the various warehouse environments (including dry, cooler, and freezer).
• Stack product on pallets in accordance with proper selection procedures (e.g., no stacking heavy-on-light, non-food separate from food, etc.).
• Ensure accurate selection and clearly legible recording of orders.
• Follow inventory cycle count procedures as prescribed by the Inventory Control Team and participate in cycle counting of products to maintain an accurate inventory at all times.
• Maintain a safe and accident-free workplace environment.
• Execute safe forklift and other warehouse equipment handling procedures, maintain warehouse equipment, and report any equipment issues to the appropriate supervisor immediately. Perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Work collaboratively with other warehouse team members on priorities for shipping, receiving and disbursement of product.
• Help maintain the upkeep and appropriate appearance, cleanliness, and order of the warehouse.
• Perform other duties as directed.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience. An equivalent combination of education and directly related professional experience may substitute.
• 2 years of relevant warehouse experience in food distribution, preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, stretching, bending, and turning.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and physically demanding environments.

• Ability to pass forklift and material handling equipment certification tests.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Ability to complete required food safety training.

• Communication & Interpersonal Skills – Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and support positive working relationships.
• Operational Knowledge – Understanding of warehouse operations, inventory processes, quality standards, and workplace safety practices.
• Adaptability & Reliability – Ability to work in fast-paced environments, adjust to changing operational needs, and consistently follow through on responsibilities.
• Safety Mindset – Commitment to maintaining safe work practices and supporting operational compliance and food safety standards.

While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to:

• Talk, hear, and interact without deliberate impediment (e.g., wearing or listening to headphones, etc.);
• Sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Lift and carry loads of up to 60 pounds for short distances (less than 50 feet).
• To reach for and/or lift upward with their arms and hands to heights of 6 feet or greater.
• To twist their body right or left, often repeatedly.

The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, and to stoop, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

General warehouse environments, including refrigerator, produce cooler, and freezer with temperatures ranging from
-10 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Some protective clothing will be provided and must be worn for this work.

• While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee is required to work in a warehouse setting.
• The employee will be required to interact with Food Bank personnel in the warehouse(s).
• The employee will…