Production Coordinator - Los Angeles Regional Food Bank : Job Details

POSITION: Production Coordinator SUPERVISOR: Production Manager STATUS: Hourly/Non-Exempt PAY RANGE: $21.00 - $24.00 Hourly The base pay offered will consider internal equity and may vary based on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other factors. LOS ANGELES REGIONAL FOOD BANK The mission of the Food Bank is to mobilize resources to fight hunger in our community. To fulfill our mission, we source and acquire nutritious food and other products and distribute them to people experiencing nutrition insecurity through our partner agency network and directly through programs; energize the community to get involved and support hunger relief; and conduct hunger and nutrition education and awareness campaigns and advocate for public policies that benefit the people we serve. Food Bank employees are hired because of their unique skills, diverse perspective, and their commitment to our mission. This means that each of us, working together, will do all that we can to fulfill our vision that no one goes hungry in Los Angeles County. Our core values include: Respect, Stewardship & Accountability, Collaboration, Urgency, Service, Integrity and Diversity. Our organization is committed to maintaining a positive and engaging workplace for all employees. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Production Coordinator oversees work groups to ensure production of food kits and boxes in the Food Rescue Program (FRP), Gleaning Room and other Designat, as assigned. Maintain production by keeping order of all products and workers, ensuring safety and a productive working relationship among warehouse team and volunteers. The candidate must have the drive and initiative to help identify and pursue new potential partners and be able to build a positive working relationship with staff, management/internal team, and external contacts. WHAT YOU'LL DO Production Food Box Preparation & Team Oversight: Prepares/stages work area for workers assigned in FRC/Large Gleaning and breaks down the staging area after production. Ensures product, packaging, labels, equipment, and tools are ready for production by coordinating with the supervisor. Oversees production output during Program kitting days. Packs finished goods into correct packages and places them in the staging area for storage/racking. Places finished goods on designated pallets and ensures proper labeling, sorting, and shrink-wrapping of packages. Notifies warehouse supervisor of any mechanical or material issues. Coordinate efforts with other teams to provide stellar customer experience for workers. Train and oversee workers as assigned. Training, Compliance & Safety: Provides food safety and production-specific training to all workers, ensuring compliance with food and general safety regulations. Conducts orientations and introductions for groups based on product and food kits in production. Works closely with all departments and supervisors to address performance issues, safety concerns, and documentation. Maintains a clean, safe, and organized working area. Performs all work in support of Food Bank values. Coordination, Reporting & Waste Management: Tracks production using daily production logs and prepares poundage reports. Sorts and disposes of product tagged for disposal, tracking waste poundage. Coordinates with other teams to ensure a stellar experience for workers. Aids in monthly inventory as needed. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities to interact with diverse groups and prepare e-mails.
• Good familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products and Google Mail
• Operate manual and electric pallet jacks and forklifts and able to lift 40 pounds
• Ability to be flexible and open to change, consider alternate work styles to obtain desired outcome
• Candidates must be empathetic, understanding and personable with the ability to interact professionally with everyone from volunteers to upper level management.
• Fluent bilingual English/Spanish or third language communication abilities desired.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Regularly required to stand, reach, bend and move about the facility.
• Must be able to safely operate a pallet jack and/or forklift.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 40 lbs. regularly throughout the shift.
• Possess a valid California Driver's License and have access to a reliable, insured vehicle. Must be able to travel within Los Angeles County as required. Work assignments may include various facilities and hubs across Los Angeles County, including locations in Los Angeles and the City of Industry, CA. Flexibility to commute between Food Bank facilities as needed is essential.
• Passion for the Food Bank's mission and commitment to the values of the organization: inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, respect, stewardship & accountability, collaboration, urgency, service, integrity, and diversity.

BENEFITS We offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical: Employee HMO coverage as little as $10 per bi-weekly paycheck and access to Nonstop Health funds
• Dental: Employee HMO coverage available at no cost
• Vision: Comprehensive vision insurance with generous allowances for examinations and material costs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Optional Long-Term Care Insurance
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with expanded Mental Health
• Employee recognition programs
• Growth & career development support for professional certifications and additional training resources
• Vacation: Two weeks annually for the first three years
• Holiday: Nine paid holidays; eligible upon date of hire
• Sick Leave Time available

As a part of the Food Bank's pre-employment screening process, all potential employees are subject to a Criminal Background Check. In instances of a federal, state or locally declared emergency, Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is typically considered an essential service and emergency responder; all of its employees may be called in to perform regular or emergent duties. The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. The Food Bank fosters an organizational culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, and serve in a rapidly changing world. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.