Reclamation Associate

REPORTS TO: Reclamation Manager

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Overseeing and utilizing volunteer groups of all backgrounds to complete projects such as sorting, repacking, quality checking, etc. to fulfill the needs of the Food Bank and its operation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Always maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist in planning & execution of projects assigned to the reclamation department.
• Assist in assigning volunteer staff in collaboration with the Volunteer and Reclamation. Coordinator.
• Ensure all projects involving volunteers are ready when they arrive.
• Ensure all volunteers have washed hands and are properly attired for work in reclamation.
• Instruct volunteers on proper procedures for each product, cleanliness, and safety. Ensure understanding before beginning each project.
• Supervise all work assigned to volunteers, community service workers and others in the reclamation department.
• At all times comply with all Food Safety regulations.
• Ensure all activities conducted by the reclamation department are in compliance with government regulations and Feeding America standards for safe food handling and sanitation.
• Ensure the timely completion of quality control activities and daily poundage reports.
• Assist with tours of the food bank to volunteers and to other visitors.
• Follow all setup and clean up procedures correctly with special attention to putting away items in their proper place.
• Coordinate with other reclamation staff so there is one person in the department at all times.
• Renew the Safe Serve regulations receiving a score of 90% or higher every two years.
• Comply with all personal policies and procedures.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Reclamation Coordinator.
• Required to work rotating Saturdays

This list is not all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Good interpersonal relationship skills, including volunteer management skills
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to operate a forklift and other warehouse equipment
• Experience with and/or knowledge of safe food handling, salvage handling and volunteer management
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of warehouse operations
• Basic computer skills
• Good organizational and math skills.

MISSION

We provide nourishment and hunger relief resources to our neighbors by amplifying the strength of communities through collaboration and advocacy.

VISION

All people in West Michigan and the Upper Peninsula have equitable access to nourishing food.

BELIEF

We believe that hunger is unacceptable and that our communities have the power to change lives.

VALUES

Collaboration: Everyone is on the same team, working together to end hunger.

Excellence: We deliver innovative, effective, and efficient service at the highest quality.

Integrity: Fostering a culture of trust through honesty and transparency.

Dignity: Any neighbor seeking access to food will be treated with empathy, kindness, and respect.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Feeding America West Michigan Food Bank to provide equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected genetic information, sexual orientation or any other legally protected category and to promote the full realization of that policy. FAWM will assure equal employment opportunities in all personnel actions and procedures including, but not limited to recruitment, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, compensation and benefits.

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I have read this job description and fully understand the requirements set forth therein. I hereby accept the position of Reclamation Associate and agree to abide by the requirements set forth and will perform all duties and responsibilities to the best of my ability. I understand that this job description does not create a contract of employment and Feeding America West Michigan Food Bank can modify any or all the terms and conditions listed in this job description at any time. I acknowledge that my employment is at-will and that my employment can be terminated with or without notice.