Job Description

The Casual Warehouse & Transportation Associate is a dual-role operations and logistics position within the Food Security Department. This team member supports both the day-to-day operations of the Food Security Distribution Centre and the transportation of product between The Mustard Seed Street Church's (MSSC) locations and community partners. The role involves collecting, processing, and re-distributing rescued food product to various streams, including the Food Share Network agencies, the MSSC Market, and meal programs at our Queens location.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse & Logistics Duties


Preparing and labeling daily orders Serving FSN agencies by communicating with agency reps and building orders efficiently and equitably Using the scale and scale program to record incoming and outgoing weights Ensuring health and safety and cleanliness in the warehouse Communicating effectively with donors, vendors, partner agencies, staff, volunteers, and the public Supporting orientation, training, and oversight of volunteers and students Sorting bread into various streams for farmer pickup or agency distribution General cleanliness of the warehouse and surrounding areas Assisting drivers with unloading trucks or taking out cardboard bins as needed Occasional data entry, product organization, event, and kitchen support Communicating with the Market team for daily perishable and non-perishable orders Participating in relevant team meetings and trainings


Transportation Duties


Safe and courteous operation of MSSC vehicles Promoting and modeling health and safety practices Ensuring the safety of all staff, volunteers, clients, and donors during pick-ups and deliveries Collaborating with Shipping/Receiving and team members for efficient distribution Maintaining and reporting on all transportation equipment (vehicles, carts, dollies, bins, forklifts, pallet jacks) Completing daily truck inspection/trip sheets and Route Checklists Supporting events hosted by the Development team as needed and under guidance Communicating route issues, donation supports, and extra pickups effectively

Key Competencies

Task oriented; strong work ethic Ability to stand/walk entire shift; regularly lift 20lbs and occasionally lift up to 50lbs Adaptive, flexible, and able to work independently or in teams Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Organized, proactive, and able to prioritize under pressure Responsible, compassionate, solutions-focused, and safety-conscious Leads by example and contributes positively to team culture

Success Indicators

Evidence of proactive planning, continuous improvement, and strategic thinking Warehouse and driving routes completed efficiently, safely, and accurately Consistent vehicle maintenance, completed trip sheets, and inspection logs Demonstrated leadership in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workplace

Qualifications

Required:


Valid BC Driver's License and acceptable abstract Acceptable Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Clearance Medical Clearance letter Forklift and power jack certification (or willingness to obtain ASAP) Computer skills and competency with Microsoft Office, data collection/entry

Assets:


Experience driving 5, 3, and 1-ton trucks or Sprinter vans Food Handling Safety Certificate (or willingness to obtain) WHMIS, Standard First Aid & CPR-C Experience completing vehicle inspection forms Previous warehouse or logistics experience

Terms of Employment

Term: Casual, On-Call Shift range: Monday to Saturday; typically 6/7am-2pm for driving, and 8am-4pm for warehouse operations; occasional event support including evenings or weekends as needed Must be willing to sign the Staff Code of Conduct Must read and agree to follow MSSC policies, which are living and evolving documents * Reports to: Programming Manager / Food Rescue Manager