The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan serves as a common solicitor, storehouse and distributor of food on behalf of its Partner Agencies which are non-profit, charitable organizations serving those in need.
Today the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan provides over 25 million pounds of food each year to those in need through more than 415 partner agencies. Partner Agencies consist of local soup kitchens, shelters, and food pantries who strive to feed the more than 300,000 people in eastern Michigan who are food insecure. The excellent relationships established within the Food Bank’s 22 county service area and throughout the state has allowed for numerous programs and initiatives to help fight hunger.
To pick up and deliver prepared meals to summer feeding and/or distribution sites throughout the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan’s service area, while complying with Feeding America & AIB/ Safe food Handling requirements. The driver will ensure superior customer service to all internal team members and other stakeholders of the organization. All activities will support the organization’s mission, culture, and strategic plan objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Create and maintain a positive work environment in alignment with the Company core values.
• Timely and professional execution of product pick-up and delivery to feeding and/or distribution sites.
• Maintain rapport with all stakeholders of the Food Bank to foster continued support and professional working relationships within community.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle operations and maintenance daily, in compliance with department and DOT regulations.
• Load and off-load company vehicle as required while exercising safe lifting practices.
• Assist in maintaining an orderly and sanitary work environment that meets company policy & outside regulatory standards.
• Perform routine general maintenance and repairs on assigned vehicles, reporting problems to the Transportation Manager
• Complete and perform accurate follow-through on documentation for shipping, receiving, unloading, and warehousing of product, as defined by FBEM policies and procedures.
• Assist other drivers/warehouse staff with their responsibilities, as directed by the management.
• Perform duties in accordance with FBEM safety policy.
• Maintain all current licenses, certifications in accordance/compliance with FBEM and State mandated requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
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WORKING CONDITIONS
On-the-road with frequent stops at feeding sites, agencies, suppliers, and donors. Working in all summer weather conditions on truck lift gates, parking lots, docks, and in donor/supplier warehouses and store back-ends.
Requires a significant level of physical effort. Standing, carrying, bending, stretching, stooping, pulling, and pushing, lifting weights up to 50 pounds. Working conditions involve noise, heat, changes in temperature, kitchen elements, odors, moisture, etc. May be required to work additional hours as dictated by the workload and staffing.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan was founded in 1981 as a grassroots community organization serving agencies in Genesee County. Since, due to increasing need for our services around the state, the Food Bank has grown to serve a network of more than 700 Hunger Relief Partners, including partner agencies, schools, and other community organizations.
Once food arrives at the Food Bank, it is sorted, inspected, and made available to partner agencies such as churches, soup kitchens, and food pantries to distribute to those in need. All Food Bank partner agencies are required to distribute food, without charges or fees, to needy clients. The Food Bank also partners with schools who distribute food through our Backpack Program and School Pantry Program and provides meals during our Summer Feeding Program.
The Food Bank serves more than 330,000 families through our partner agencies per year and distributes more than 28 million pounds of food, including 11 million pounds of fresh produce annually.
Through our network of partners that includes retail grocery chains and farmers, the Food Bank is able to maximize monetary donations. As little as $1 can provide up to six meals for people in need. To donate, visit www.fbem.org.
The Food Bank offers volunteer opportunities in our Hunger Solution Center Monday-Saturday for individuals or groups. In one hour, one volunteer can sort enough food to feed 335 people! For information about volunteering, visit www.fbem.org or contact (810) 396-0210.
