Group Warehouse Opportunity

We are looking for groups to support us in the Burnaby warehouse. Warehouse Support volunteers will help with a wide variety of tasks that include processing donations, palletizing orders, and light cleaning. This is a dynamic role that can change to meet our daily operational needs.

Age Requirement: 15+

Group size: Maximum 6 volunteers

Location: GVFB Warehouse; 8345 Winston Street, Burnaby

Shift times:

*Monday to Thursday
*9 am-12 pm and 1 pm-4 pm
*We cannot accommodate shorter shifts.

Responsibilities:

*Quality checking and sorting perishable (fresh) and non-perishable (dry) donations;
*Packing sorted donations into boxes;
*Palletizing orders for deliveries; 
*Following composting procedures;
*Organizing and repackaging diapers for orders; 
*Dust the racking and clean (sweep and mop) the floor to ensure functional areas are clean;
*Understanding and following safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment;
*Assist with other warehouse-related duties as assigned by Sort Associates.

Requirements:

*Ability to work in a noisy environment, active machinery will be present during the shift;
*Attention to detail is required for identifying expired or spoiled items;
Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively within a team environment;
*Flexibility to support where needed in a dynamic environment;
Efficiency in completing tasks and meeting deadlines to keep operations running smoothly;
*Ability to stand for three hours;
*Ability to bend, twist, and lift up to 30 lbs safely; Contact groupvolunteering@foodbank.bc.ca to discuss accommodations.