Food Distribution Warehouse Lead
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Job Location:
Cook County, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Common Market is looking for a dedicated and experienced Warehouse Distribution Lead (Warehouse Level 3) to assist with our Farm Food Hub the role of Warehouse Distribution Lead you will be essential in managing the daily activities of our Farm Food Hub. The Farm Food Hub is a central location where local farmers deliver their fresh produce dairy and meat products which are then distributed to customers like schools hospitals and community organizations.
Schedule: Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 10AM-6PM
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and coordinate the receiving and inventory operations at the Farm Food Hub
- Ensure customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on time
- Supervise the packing and shipping activities
- Plan truck routes to guarantee prompt delivery to customers
- Uphold food safety and quality standards throughout all operations
- Lead and train a team of warehouse associates in order fulfillment and inventory practices
- Identify and implement improvements to enhance operational efficiency
If you are passionate about supporting local food systems and wish to contribute positively to the community consider joining our team at The Common Market!
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in warehouse or logistics operations preferably in the food industry
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- 2 years order selector experience
- 2 years receiving experience
- Certified forklift operator
- Knowledge of inventory management systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
- Understanding of food safety regulations and best practices
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadline
- Work in a cold environment and regularly lift 50lbs
Schedule: Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 10AM-6PM
Benefits
- $25/hour Full Time
- Health Care Plan (Medical Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (SIMPLE IRA with 100% employer match)
- Life Insurance (100% Employer Paid Life AD&D Short Term and Long Term Disability)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation Sick & Public Holidays)
- Training & Development
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Sales Experience
- Basic Math
- Warehouse Experience
- Conflict Management
- Contractor Management
- Warehouse Management System
- Guest Services
- Employment & Labor Law
- Leadership Experience
- Medicare
- Supervising Experience
About Company
The Common Market is a nonprofit regional food distributor on a mission to connect urban communities with local food from sustainable family farms. We do this by: selling fresh, healthy food to community institutions, creating a supply chain for farmers and ranchers who are at the for ... View more
