Inventory Specialist

Job Summary Mid-Ohio Food Collective (MOFC) is looking for an Inventory Specialist. This position is responsible for performing a variety of manual tasks associated with the acquisition, storage, quality inspection and distribution of food products in our warehouse. Responsibilities Performs a variety of general duties including loading, unloading, inspecting and proper storage of food products. Loads orders onto trucks for delivery to agencies. Completes bill of lading and assigns seal number. Tags and shrink wraps skids to maintain safe transport and delivery of product. Provides accurate product information via internal forms to Inventory Manager/Inventory Specialist. Ensures that first-in-first-expired methodology is used for each order transaction. Inputs product information and maintains the WMS locator tool. Assists with cycle counts as needed. Replenishes pull locations daily for order selectors. Follows all Food Safety guidelines for receiving, storage, and distribution. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following safety practices and policies. Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of food distribution areas. Participates in special projects at the request of the Inventory Manager. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Certifications: High School Diploma/GED required. Food Safety Certification required (provided by MOFC). Experience: Minimum of one year of experience in a fast‑paced warehouse environment. Use of forklift (propane and electric) and electric hand jack (4ft and 8ft). Working knowledge of general warehouse machinery and operations. Knowledge of quality control practices and procedures. Skills/Competencies: Good math skills. Detail oriented. Ability to work effectively and efficiently both independently and in a team environment. Job Conditions Warehouse environment. Safety‑sensitive position due to regular interaction with heavy machinery. Will work in sub‑freezing temperatures regularly (Freezer uniform will be provided). Some night and weekend work required. Physical Demands Must be able to perform moderate to heavy physical labor (lift 30 lbs. frequently and 50 lbs. occasionally). Daily walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, bending, pushing and pulling (300 lbs. with use of manual pallet jack). This job posting is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of accountabilities, duties, responsibilities of requirements. Any individual may be required to perform any other job‑related activities or functions requested by his/her manager, subject to reasonable accommodation. Mid‑Ohio Food Collective reserves the right to modify this job description to reflect changes in essential job duties made necessary by changing organizational needs. Mid-Ohio Food Collective is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. Mid-Ohio Food Collective is a Drug‑Free Workplace. Mid-Ohio Food Collective's pre‑employment Drug Screen includes testing for marijuana (THC). Although marijuana may be legal under certain state laws, it remains an illegal substance under federal regulation and therefore our policy as well. A positive test result for marijuana will be treated the same as a positive result for any other illegal, non‑prescribed, or unauthorized controlled substance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mid-Ohio Food Collective