Warehouse Clerk

Warehouse ClerkVolunteers of America Colorado is a nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in-need transform their lives. Through more than 50 distinct human service programs, Volunteers of America changes the lives of more than 140,000 vulnerable Coloradoans each year. VOA services include housing and emergency shelters, hunger and nutrition services, and many other community support programs. Our work touches the mind, body, heart and ultimately the spirit of those we serve. VOA integrates compassion with highly effective programs that build and strengthen communities.The Warehouse Clerk receives, stores, and distributes all food products and supplies for the ANS kitchen and off-site locations. Maintains food and supply storage areas in accordance with agency procedures and established sanitation standards. Organizes freezers, coolers, and dry storage areas daily to support the efficient production and distribution of food and non-food items. Assists with the maintenance and organization of inventory systems and controls. Trained and provides support to City Harvest food bank operations as needed.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesReceives all food and supply deliveries for ANS and verifies the quantity, pack size, and quality of all items received against purchase orders and delivery documentation.Ensures proper storage and rotation of all food and supply inventory. Accurately dates and labels perishable and TEFAP products, stores items in accordance with established guidelines, and follows FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory management practices.Safely operates warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, and promptly reports any maintenance or safety concerns with equipment or building maintenance to the City Harvest and Warehouse ManagerMaintains agency standards for cleanliness, safety, security, and organization throughout warehouse, refrigeration, freezer, and storage areas.Processes requisition requests, accurately fills orders and complete order forms, and prepares products for delivery to kitchen operations, off-site locations, or any other VOAC operational needs.Receives and inspects returned unused products from kitchen operations and ensures proper restocking in the appropriate storage locations.Assists with monthly physical inventory counts and inventory reconciliation for all kitchen departments.Inform City Harvest and Warehouse manager of any food product that is nearing expiration date so the appropriate program can be notified, and product can be processed accordingly.Rotate, reorganize, unload coolers and freezers regularly to ensure storage efficiency and complianceAttends and actively participates in required agency meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.Manages pallet storage and organization within the warehouse and VOAC garage, while assisting with the organization of materials and supplies for other programs housed in the VOAC garage.Trained and able to cover City Harvest as neededAssists with pickups and storage of ANS supply needs for VOAC operationsSupport City Harvest and Nutrition warehouse operations and other Aging and Nutrition Services activities as assignedWorking Conditions and Physical RequirementsFrequent exposure to high heat, cold, and fumes in refrigeration, freezer, and kitchen environments.Requires frequent standing, walking, driving, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, lifting, twisting, pushing, pulling, and repetitive use of hands and arms throughout the workday.Push or pull loaded carts, containers, pallets, and manual pallet jacks carrying loads that may weigh up to one ton.May involve exposure to varying weather conditions, changing temperatures, warehouse noise, moving equipment, vehicle traffic, and other hazards commonly associated with warehouse and delivery operations.Position Type and Expected Hours of WorkFull time, non exempt, M-F 5 AM-1:30 PM unless otherwise specified. Occasionally may be asked to shift hours to better accomplish program needsLocation4915 East 52nd Avenue, Commerce City, Colorado 80022Pay: $20.00/hrBenefit eligibility is based on job type/statusPaid HolidaysPaid Time OffVolunteer/Wellness DayTuition AssistancePension and 403b Retirement PlanHealth, Dental, Vision, Pet InsuranceLife Insurance (Including Accidental Death & Dismemberment)Accident InsuranceEmployee Assistance/Work-Life Balance ProgramEmployee Discount ProgramLifeLock with NortonPublic Service Loan ForgivenessVolunteers of America is an EEO EmployerPOSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLEDVISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLEVETERANS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLYEmployee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role, please contact HR@VOAColorado.org to begin the Interactive Process.CompetenciesRead and interpret invoices, orders, or bills of lading.Demonstrates accuracy in both shipping and receiving of product.Safely operate motor vehicle and lift equipment.Promptly report inaccuracies or discrepancies to City Harvest and Warehouse ManagerIdentify and inspect for damage, spoilage, etc.Able to obtain Forklift and Electrical Pallet Jack certification within 60 days of hireMinimum Qualifications of PositionHigh School Diploma or equivalent.One year equivalent experience required.Ability to read, write, and perform standard mathematical computationsAbility to lift up to 60 lbs. daily and regularlyPreferred Qualifications of PositionModels culture attributes of Volunteers of America, Colorado that include "AIRS" (Accountability, Integrity, Respect, and Service)Models and pursues with vigor volunteers of America, Colorado three strategic critical virtues of HHS. (Humble, Hungry, and People Smart)Forklift and pallet jack certification