Driver/Warehouse Associate Status:

Non-Exempt Reports to:

Sr Director of Warehouse Operations Pay:

$24.50 to $26.50 per hour

OUR MISSON

The Chester County Food Bank seeks to create a food secure Chester County. We mobilize and educate our community to ensure equitable access to nutritious and familiar food. Chester County Food Bank (CCFB) is a county-wide, non-profit organization located in Exton, PA and has been in existence since 2009. CCFB works with over 100 community partners to distribute over 6 million pounds of food annually to Chester County residents. Along with the help of dedicated volunteers, we provide healthy food access and educational opportunities through programs to engage the community in hands-on learning experiences.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Sr Director, the Driver/Warehouse Associate is primarily responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Chester County Food Bank commercial vehicles, including box trucks and CDL-required straight trucks, to deliver food and related products to community partners throughout Chester County and the surrounding service area. This position serves as a professional ambassador of the Chester County Food Bank by providing reliable, courteous service while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and professionalism. When delivery routes are complete, the Driver/Warehouse Associate supports warehouse operations by assembling customer orders, staging outbound deliveries, loading vehicles, and preparing the next day's routes. This is a full-time position with a consistent Monday through Friday schedule, allowing employees to return home each evening while supporting the Food Bank's mission to serve our community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Safely operate Chester County Food Bank commercial vehicles, including CDL-required straight trucks, in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations.
• Deliver food and supplies to partner agencies throughout Chester County accurately, safely, and on schedule.
• Perform scheduled pickups of donated food and purchased products from retail, commercial, and community partners.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete all required inspection reports and vehicle logs.
• Ensure all loads are safely secured and transported in compliance with DOT regulations and Chester County Food Bank safety standards.
• Represent the Chester County Food Bank professionally while interacting with partner agencies, donors, volunteers, and the public.
• Assemble agency orders using warehouse pick lists with a high degree of accuracy.
• Stage, wrap, and load outbound deliveries for the next business day.
• Assist with warehouse operations, inventory movement, and material handling during non-driving periods.
• Safely operate forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment (training provided).
• Maintain assigned vehicles in clean, safe, and serviceable condition, and promptly report maintenance concerns.
• Follow all Feeding America, food safety, warehouse safety, and DOT requirements.
• Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, punctuality, and a strong commitment to teamwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORK SCHEDULE

This is a Full Time (non-exempt), hourly position with a flexible start between 7:00am and 8:00am, Monday-Friday. It may occasionally require flexibility to include evening and weekend hours during the holiday season. Due to the nature of the CCFB programs and services, it is essential that staff be able to perform their essential job functions and consistently meet the qualifications and physical requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. The worker is involved in strenuous outdoor and indoor activities and subject to temperatures below 35 degrees F and above 90 degrees F. Must be able to work in a subzero freezer. The environment is typically noisy and distracting. While performing the duties of this position, the employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and hardhats. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hazards including a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, high heat/cold, and exposure to chemicals.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The Chester County Food Bank considers candidates for all positions on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, genetic information, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Chester County Food Bank reserves the right to change this job description as conditions change.

Pay:

$24.50 - $26.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance

License/Certification:

CDL (Required)

Work Location:

In person