Distribution Center Specialist - Fulfillment

Position Title: Distribution Center Specialist – Fulfillment  

Supported by: Distribution Center Manager         
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time 

 Our Story: 
Food Bank for the Heartland has connected our communities with food, resources, and hope since 1981.  The fight against hunger is our ongoing, collaborative effort.  We work with individuals, organizations, food manufacturers and distributors, grocery stores, the USDA, and Feeding America to procure food and purchase food to supplement donations.  Through the collective power of our leadership, employees, partners, volunteers, and donors, we can reach more communities, serve more people, and address food insecurity more directly and effectively.  As new needs arise, we are ready. 

 
Our Philosophy: Every service we provide, program we offer, and decision we make is rooted in our core Mission, Vision, and Values. 

 
In Short: 
The Distribution Center Specialist will support the mission of Food Bank for the Heartland (FBFH) to reduce food insecurity by applying and carrying through the operational aspects of food inventory control, order fulfillment and warehousing operations. This role will co-operation between multiple departments. In addition, this role is accountable for achieving operational results by supporting departmental strategies and specific objectives in alignment with FBFH’s strategic plan. 

 
Your Mission:  

 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

 Your Story:   

 
About The Team: 
Everyone at Food Bank for the Heartland, from our administrative staff and warehouse employees to our team members working in partnership in the various community locations, shares a common vision: to help eliminate hunger in our service area—one initiative, program, and thoughtful decision at a time. Our culture is committed to welcoming you to our table, supporting your passion and drive, and focusing on diversity, growth, and community involvement. 

This role is vital to the Food Bank for the Heartland’s Community Impact team and is directly supported by our Distribution Center Manager.  

 
We provide an environment to help you succeed. 

Food Bank for the Heartland is an equal-opportunity employer, and we’re excited to work with talented and empathetic people of all identities. As required by law and in line with our commitment to diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity, FBFH does not discriminate based on someone’s identity in any aspect of hiring or employment. Our code of conduct provides a beacon for the kind of company we strive to be, and we celebrate our differences. FBFH will consider all qualified applicants.  

  
FBFH is committed to inclusions.  As part of this commitment, FBFH welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities and will work to provide reasonable accommodation.  If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the job application or interview process, don't hesitate to get in touch with adurr@foodbankheartland.org 

 

We support your well-being. 

We offer medical, retirement, supplemental, and leave benefits.  We have resources such as our Employee Assistance Program to support your mental health.