Warehouse Coordinator (Vista)

• The San Diego Food Bank is the largest hunger relief organization in the county, feeding over 400,000 people every month in partnership with more than 450 nonprofit community partners.
• We are the fourth largest independent food bank in the country.
• We distributed 52 million pounds of food in 2025; more than 48% of that food being fresh produce.
• We have a Four-Star rating on Charity Navigator.

• Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts, and end-of-month inventory reconciliation to maintain accurate stock records.
• Monitor stock levels, track product locations, and assist with bin consolidation and audits to optimize warehouse space.
• Assist the Warehouse Receiver by verifying that shipments match purchase orders, invoices, and bills of landing, scheduling inbound appointments, and coordinating with departments to streamline receiving activities.

• Assist with organization of the warehouse, including cooler and freezer areas, by consolidating pallets and organizing products following First In, First Out (FIFO) and First Expired, First Out (FEFO) principles.
• Assist with loading and unloading delivery trucks, verifying product quantities and quality match shipping and receiving documents.
• Assist with walk-in and scheduled truck donations.
• Prepare, stack, and move pallets for outbound shipments, coordinating with delivery schedules and ensuring accurate product counts.
• Assist with warehouse cleanliness and security, including waste disposal and upkeep of storage areas.
• Check product expiration dates, handle rotation, and ensure adherence to food safety guidelines.
• Assist with preparing shipping and receiving documentation, including bills of landing and receipts, to ensure compliance with tracking standards.

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment, conducting routine checks and ensuring all equipment is safe working condition.
• Follow all warehouse safety protocols and maintain knowledge of food safety standards relevant to the handling, storage, and repackaging of food products.
• Assist with accurately recording incoming and outgoing inventory.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a warehouse or inventory management role.
• Experience in volunteer coordination or repackaging operations is a plus.
• Preferred:
  • Experience in a nonprofit or human services setting.
  • Experience in a food warehousing setting.
  • Experience working with inventory management software and systems.

• Warehouse operations, inventory control practices, and safety guidelines for a warehouse setting.
• Food safety and handling standards.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Inventory tracking system or warehouse management software (e.g., Primarius) a plus.

• Operate standard warehouse equipment, including forklifts (certification preferred) and pallet jacks.
• Utilize strong organizational and time-management skills, multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities, with a proactive approach to supporting other operational areas as needed.

• Valid California Driver’s License.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain certification upon hire).

• A market-level competitive salary is between $22.00- $25.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications.  
• The compensation package includes a competitive salary and 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.

• Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm.

• Interested and qualified candidates should apply below.
• Submissions missing a resume will not be considered for the position.
• Background check and drug test are required for the position before employment starts.

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