Warehouse Assistant Role (North Hollywood, CA)

About This Job

NOTE: THIS IS A UNION ROLE.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, this role supports a warehouse team in organizing and maintaining a food storage facility. The position aims to enhance the efficiency and timeliness of food pantry services delivered to individuals living with HIV/AIDS.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Transport food and hygiene supplies to designated food pantry sites operated by NOLP and its partner agencies.
• Unload weekly food deliveries at sites and arrange food preparation shelves.
• Distribute grocery items from NOLP to clients as required.
• Assist with client and volunteer intake procedures when necessary, maintaining a consistently courteous, respectful, and helpful demeanor.
• Provide coverage for NOLP Site Coordinators at various locations as needed.
• Oversee volunteers, track volunteer hours accurately, and aid the Volunteer Coordinator in recruiting, training, and scheduling volunteers for warehouse or food drive tasks.
• Maintain precise weekly inventory of food stock, including data entry into the NOLP inventory system.
• Organize, clean, and upkeep the warehouse, which involves restocking the freezer, cooler, and shelves, and preparing pre-bagged groceries for clients.
• Operate a 5-ton truck for deliveries and pickups.
• Assist in maintaining the program\'s delivery vehicles, including cleaning and monitoring routine service needs.
• Provide driving support for APLA\'s revenue-generating events.
• Help receive program-specific deliveries and verify shipment contents.
• Support donation solicitation by representing NOLP at weekend food drive activities.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED AS NEEDED TO SUPPORT BUSINESS OPERATIONS.

REQUIREMENTS:

Training and Experience:

A high school diploma is required. A minimum of one year of experience in public interaction is necessary. Experience in a warehouse or stockroom environment is beneficial, as is experience operating delivery vehicles. Candidates must demonstrate a history of a clean driving record.

Knowledge of:

Stockroom operations; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is preferred. Familiarity with retail food sales practices and stockroom procedures is advantageous.

Ability to:

• Drive a 5-ton truck.
• Use a computer with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as a forklift and pallet jack.
• See assigned tasks through to completion.
• Manage multiple projects at the same time.
• Work and communicate effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Supervise assigned volunteers.
• Adhere to deadlines.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Maintain detailed inventory records.
• Work in an organized and systematic manner.
• Respond with sensitivity to people living with HIV/AIDS.
• Exhibit professional verbal and written communication skills and deliver professional customer service.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This is largely an active role requiring regular bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting and moving stock weighing 50 pounds or more. It also involves driving a 5-ton truck for deliveries and pickups.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

• Must hold a valid California driver\'s license, provide proof of automobile liability insurance, and have access to a personal vehicle for work-related purposes.
• COVID-19 vaccination and booster are required, barring an approved medical or religious exemption.

APLA Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please visit our website at www.aplahealth.org or use the following link: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=335694&clientkey=A5559163F67395E0A2585D2135F98806