Overview
Full Time Receiving Associate Jobs in Salt Lake City, UT at Utah Food Bank
At Utah Food Bank, we believe that every team member has the power to create real change in the lives of those we serve. Since 1904, weve been committed to Fighting Hunger Statewide, and were inviting you to join our efforts.
Our growing team works collaboratively in a mission-driven, inclusive, and supportive culture. With the addition of seven new statewide facilities, were ready to make an even greater impact and we need people like you to help us achieve it.
Working here isnt just a job; its a purpose. From partnering with local communities to engaging with dedicated volunteers, youll see the results of your efforts every day. Together, we work tirelessly to achieve our mission of Fighting Hunger Statewide.
If youre ready to use your skills and passion to make a meaningful difference, lets talk. Learn more about us at utahfoodbank.org
The Receiving Associate is responsible for receiving food donations and products into the warehouse.
Duties:
Receiving Load and unload semi-trailers
Verify agency invoice against product (noting any discrepancies) and assist in loading product into vehicle
Assist in down stacking pallets that are too tall or too heavy for racking
Assist with agency return orders
Keep docks and warehouse area clean and organized by sweeping, mopping and disposing of bad product
Organize, consolidate and dispose of bad product; help rotate product first-in-first-out
Maintain all warehouse equipment
Process Commercial receipting; via fax to verify receiving, quantities and date to commercial donors
Assist with filing and other clerical tasks as workload permits
Responsible for complete and accurate paperwork required by Feeding America
Participate in major food drives/events
Assist on East Dock, as needed
Assist in documenting procedures and research/resolve inventory problems
Other duties as assigned
High school or GED completion
High degree of accuracy with physical product, cycle counts and paperwork
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis
Warehouse skills/experience required
Forklift certified or ability to become forklift certified (in-house training and certification)
Knowledge of or ability to learn Health, Safety and OSHA requirements
Computer skills required including experience with Excel, Word & Outlook
Ability to work and communicate in a courteous and professional manner with staff, volunteers and donors
High professional and ethical standards
Physical Requirements:
The work requires considerable strenuous physical exertion such as lifting heavy objects up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and to 75 pounds some of the time, crouching or crawling in restricted areas, pushing and/or pulling heavy loads, operating and working around equipment such as shrink-wrap machine, forklifts and pallet jacks. Mandatory 4 to 6 work weekends. High attendance expectations. During peak seasons, all UFB staff may be asked to assist with receiving donations, picking up donations or other customer service work outside the normal scope of duties.
Utah Food Bank provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Title: Full Time Receiving Associate
Company: Utah Food Bank
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
