Warehouse & Delivery Driver

9850 Distribution Avenue, San Diego CA

Description

The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is currently hiring a regular full-time Warehouse and Delivery Driver to perform a variety of tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, loading and unloading of delivery trucks at the Food Bank’s centralized warehousing and distribution facility. This individual operates trucks, vans and forklifts utilized in the distribution of food products and supplies; and performs other duties as assigned. ABOUT THE SAN DIEGO FOOD BANK Established in 1977, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is a critical component to the welfare of San Diego County, providing food to people in need, advocating for the hungry and educating the public about hunger-related issues. For more information about the organization, please visit www.sandiegofoodbank.org. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direct supervision of the Logistics Supervisor, the Warehouse and Delivery Driver primary responsibilities and duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position. The Warehouse and Delivery Driver conducts various inventory for specific programs, including counting and verifying inventory balances for all stocked items and reconciling acquisitions; establishes distribution-staging set-up for agencies; manages all facets of warehouse operations.  * The individual receives, stores and maintains an inventory of food products and supplies; inspects goods received for quality, quantity and correctness; verifies and checks items received against bills of lading; pulls, boxes and checks the accuracy of orders filled; loads pallets. * The individual maintains the warehouse in a clean and orderly condition; revolves stock as needed; performs cycle counts; disposes of trash, boxes and pallets; ensures the security of storage areas. * The individual performs inventory control duties, including posting goods received to inventory lists; calculates balance of stock on hand; conducts physical inventories, including counting and verifying inventory balances for all stocked items and reconciling acquisitions, issues and balances on hand. * The individual loads truck for delivery and delivers food products to distribution sites; assists with the off-loading of food products and supplies at distribution sites. * The individual operates forklifts, vans and trucks; performs safety inspections on forklifts, vans, trucks and other vehicles and equipment; makes minor repairs and adjustments to vehicles and equipment. * The individual maintains a variety of warehouse records and provide back-up for other warehouse functions. POSITION REQUIREMENTS A qualified candidate has: High school diploma or GED equivalent and two years of progressively responsible experience in performing stores, warehousing and delivery duties; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. A valid California driver’s license. Knowledge of: * Standard materials, supplies, parts and tools used in daily operations. * Basic research and data analysis techniques. * Stock and inventory control procedures, including requisitioning, receiving, storing and issuing   goods. * Record keeping and filing systems. * Operation of standard warehouse and delivery equipment, including forklifts and trucks. * Safe work practices applicable to operation of warehouse equipment.   Ability to: * Operate a computer and standard business software. * Accurately and efficiently carry out inventory control practices and procedures. * Safely operate and make minor repairs to forklifts, trucks and other standard warehouse   equipment. * Exercise independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines without close   supervision.* * Prepare and maintain a variety of records. * Understand and follow oral and written instructions. * Make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately. * Establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and others encountered in the   course of work. COMPENSATION This is a full-time, hourly position at $14.00 - $16.50/per hour. The compensation package includes an excellent benefits package including: 403(b) plan with 200% employer matching; excellent health care coverage with free employee medical, dental and vision plans; company paid term life insurance; and a generous accrual of paid vacation and sick leave.   HOW TO APPLY Interested and qualified applicants please use this link to access the job posting on our website and fill out the application.