WAREHOUSE & UTILITIES ASSISTANT

DescriptionMeals on Wheels People is a community-founded and community-driven nonprofit organization. For more than 50 years, we have supported the independence and well-being of older adults throughout the Portland Metro area by providing nutritious meals and meaningful social connections. Guided by our values—integrity, commitment, respect, inclusion, creativity, and teamwork—our staff and thousands of volunteers serve communities across Multnomah, Washington, and Clark counties. Together, we are committed to ensuring that no adult over 60 experiences hunger or social isolation.

Join a mission-driven organization where your work makes a direct impact. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment that values employee well-being, including a four-day workweek, generous paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k)-retirement plan; pet insurance; a wellness program; professional development opportunities; an Employee Assistance Program; and mileage reimbursement.

Meals on Wheels People is seeking a Warehouse & Utilities Assistant who is responsible for the safe and timely distribution of prepared and unprepared food products, beverages, and center supplies from the Central Kitchen to Meals on Wheels People dining sites using a 24-foot delivery truck. This role supports warehouse operations by receiving, organizing, and preparing products for delivery, ensuring accuracy, proper labeling, and compliance with food safety standards. Additional responsibilities include maintaining inventory records, assisting with food production, and packaging as needed, and upholding strict sanitation and safety protocols in accordance with State and Federal regulations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Driving & Delivery

Load daily meals, beverages, produce and supplies onto the delivery truck.

Deliver food, supplies, inter-office mail, and equipment to designated dining centers, ensuring proper placement.

Verify accuracy of distributed products and maintain secure, organized carriers.

Complete daily delivery logs and perform routine truck maintenance checks.

Ensure compliance with all State and Federal driver safety regulations.

Warehouse Operations

Receive and inspect vendor deliveries; record temperatures and properly date all incoming products.

Maintain accurate inventory records and complete monthly and quarterly inventory counts.

Monitor and log temperatures for walk-in coolers and freezers.

Safely wrap and store pallets for future transport.

Organize and pack frozen food in walk-in coolers; report stock levels and ensure accurate counts for shipments.

Prepare carriers for distribution, ensuring correct quantities, labeling, sealing, and completion of carrier tags.

Ensure accurate carrier loading and adapt shelving to operational needs.

Verify product quality and portioning compliance prior to shipment.

Coordinate and complete weekly shipments to dining centers and contract locations.

Maintain warehouse security and monitor incoming/outgoing products and personnel.

Perform routine maintenance on carts and shelving units.

Assist with food preparation and packaging for all programs as needed.

Maintain cleanliness of equipment, carriers, coolers, and loading zones daily.

Uphold strict adherence to sanitation standards and food safety regulations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

QualificationsEducation & Knowledge

High school diploma or GED Certificate

Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures

Current Oregon Food Handler’s Certificate or ability to obtain within two weeks

Skills, Abilities & Experience

Covid-19 Vaccination or approved waiver from Human Resources

One year experience in food assembly; high-volume food production preferred

One year experience driving trucks minimum 24 ft. in length preferred

Experience with ovens, knives, sealers, can openers, and rolling racks required

Excellent driving record, insurable by Meals on Wheels People insurance carrier

Ability to understand and communicate basic cooking directions

Basic math and computer skills

Ability to work well with others in a diverse team-oriented atmosphere

Any satisfactory combination of experience, training, and/or education that ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the above qualifications.

Job application needs to be fully completed (including references) in order to be considered