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Warehouse & Volunteer Specialist

The Idaho Foodbank • Pocatello, ID • 1h ago

This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2535335

**JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:** Warehouse and Volunteer Specialist

Department:Operations

Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Operations Manager

Location:Pocatello, Idaho

How to Apply:

Job summary:

The Warehouse and Volunteer Specialist supports efficient warehouse operations while cultivating a positive, organized volunteer experience. This role assists with the receiving, storage, and distribution of food and supplies to ensure inventory is handled safely and efficiently in support of organizational programs and community partners. In addition, this position also leads evening volunteer sessions, providing supervision, training, and guidance to volunteer groups while ensuring safety, productivity, and a meaningful service experience. The specialist serves as a key bridge between warehouse operations and volunteer engagement, creating opportunities for volunteers to contribute directly to the organizations mission. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to logistics and safety, and the ability to foster a welcoming and collaborative environment for volunteers while maintaining efficient warehouse operations.

Hours: 9:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday

Duties and Responsibilities

Volunteer Leadership & Engagement

Supervise Volunteer Shifts: Lead groups of up to 30 volunteers in sorting and repacking food, providing clear instructions and ongoing support to ensure productivity and safety.

Foster Culture: Maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and appreciative environment for a diverse volunteer base.

Event Support: Assist with logistics, recruitment, and staffing for off-site or after-hours events and workgroups.

Other duties as assigned.

Warehouse Operations & Logistics

Daily Execution: Assist with closing the warehouse and managing daily receiving, sorting, storage, and distribution activities.

Order Fulfillment: Accurately pick and pull agency orders and prepare incoming/outgoing loads to enhance distribution efficiency.

Equipment & Handling: Safely operate warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts, and pallet tippers) to move pallets and ensure all loads are properly shrink-wrapped and tagged.

Inventory Integrity: Maintain a strong working knowledge of inventory. Follow FIFO (First-In, First-Out) protocols for dry, refrigerated, and frozen products.

Compliance, Safety & Quality Control

Standards Adherence: Uphold AIB and Feeding America standards through rigorous use of cleaning logs, inspection records, and SOPs.

Food Safety: Conduct visual inspections, monitor temperatures, and verify product weights/descriptions to ensure all items meet safety and packaging requirements.

Facility Upkeep: Ensure all storage areas (dry, cooler, and freezer) are clean, organized, and free of debris. Perform scheduled sanitation activities for the warehouse and grounds.

Documentation: Maintain accurate and current records for occupational safety, regulatory compliance, and internal control procedures.

Inventory Management & Reporting

Reconciliation: Assist with monthly inventory counts and verification of bins and products.

Discrepancy Reporting: Promptly document and report inventory discrepancies, order fulfillment issues, or product adjustments to the Operations Manager.

Skills and Knowledge

Friendly, patient, and naturally upbeat personality with a genuine love for working with people.

Customer service, communication skills.

Operational Expertise: Proficient in driving automatic andstandard vehicles and operating warehouse equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, pickers, and dock levelers).

Maintenance & Safety: Demonstrated ability in basic repair of delivery equipment and consistent use of required safety gear (PPE).

Communication & Leadership: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to train diverse groups and provide clear, respectful direction to volunteers.

Administrative Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office, basic mathematics, and maintaining accurate, legible records.

Self-Management: Highly organized self-starter capable of managing multiple tasks and solving problems with minimal supervision.

Physical Capabilit

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