Order Expediting

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The Order Expediter is responsible for supporting daily warehouse operations, with a primary focus on order fulfillment, shipping, receiving, and product movement. This position ensures orders are accurately selected, staged, and distributed while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment. The Order Expediter works closely with warehouse team to support inventory control, product rotation, truck loading and unloading, and overall operational efficiency, while upholding the mission and values of Second Harvest. 

Schedule: Part-Time, 24 hours per week. Typical schedule consists of three (3) workdays per week, 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM. Workdays may vary based on organizational needs. The work schedule may be adjusted at the discretion of Second Harvest. 

Supervisor: Director of Operations

Status: Part-Time

Classification: Non-Exempt

Specific Responsibilities:

Warehouse

· Complete assigned duties to maintain the general orderliness and cleanliness in all areas of the warehouse in accordance with Feeding America, Good Manufacturing Practices, AIB and Second Harvest standards.

· Pull daily orders as assigned. All orders are to be pulled in a timely and accurate manner, generally by end of the day.

· All orders are to be staged properly on the dock or partner charity pick-up area.

· Replenish pick locations as needed.

· Placing tags on received pallets and ensuring product location matches the product description. Report errors to Inventory Manager immediately.

· Complete inventory cycle counts as assigned.

· Safely operate all warehouse equipment and maintain a safe warehouse environment at all times.

General Responsibilities:

· Unload and load trucks in accordance with AIB, Feeding America, and Second Harvest procedures and guidelines. This includes adhering to proper handling procedures for all incoming product, including unloading, storage locations, accurate record keeping, donor restrictions, and receipt of product and temperature requirements. Assist in maintaining the receiving log book.

· Work closely with warehouse staff and Inventory & Transportation Manager to ensure proper inventory control and product rotation (FIFO).

· Coordinate with other departments when necessary to ensure efficient operations.

· Uphold the values and mission of Second Harvest at all times.

· Display courtesy and respect at all times to Second Harvest employees, volunteers, board members, donors, partner charities and the general public.

· Receive retail and all other donations in a timely manner.

· Maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to Second Harvest and the network of partner charities.

· The description of responsibilities in no way states or implies these are the only duties to be performed.

· Oversees volunteers on an as-needed basis.

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· High School Diploma or GED.

· One (1) or more year(s) of experience in a warehouse setting.

· One (1) or more year(s) of experience with forklift, stand-up lift, and pallet jack operation.

· Self-motivated and self-directed.

· Ability to work in partnership with other staff.

· Valid Driver’s License.

· Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Education/Training:

· High School Diploma or GED. Completion of SERV Safe Food Safety Certification.

· Certified in CPR/AED & First Aid every two years.

· Complete USDA Civil Rights Training for Food Distribution annually.

· Certified in forklift and stand-up lift.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

This position requires constant standing and/or walking. Frequent bending, lifting, stooping, carrying, and/or reaching is required. This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. The ability to work in various temperatures with extreme heat or cold periodically is required. At times, this position works outdoors.