Warehouse Assoc. Inventory Control & Movement bei Maryland Food Bank

The Maryland Food Bank (MFB) is a nonprofit, anti-hunger organization whose mission is to feed people, strengthen communities, and end hunger for more Marylanders. MFB does this work by expanding access to nutritious food while also seeking to eliminate the root causes of hunger.  

MFB’s distributes food through a statewide network of community-based organizations from Maryland’s western mountains to its Eastern Shore. Last year, the Maryland Food Bank distributed enough food to provide the equivalent of more than 41 million meals, or about 114,000 meals every day. This healthy food supports children, seniors, veterans, and hard-working families.  

MFB works to end hunger for more Marylanders by offering job training programs, access to supportive services and benefits, and by advocating to change to the laws, policies, and practices that create food insecurity for more than 1 in 3 Marylanders.  

The Maryland Food Bank embraces a philosophy which recognizes and values diversity. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain, and promote a talented diverse workforce in a culture where all employees will contribute to their fullest potential.

About the position:

The Warehouse Associate – Inventory Control & Movement supports the Maryland Food Bank by managing inventory through cycle counts, staging products using the FIFO system, and assisting with overall warehouse operations. This role involves handling food from delivery to distribution, operating warehouse equipment safely, and maintaining a clean, organized environment. The Inventory Associate helps ensure food is managed efficiently, safely, and with dignity for those we serve.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Assist with inventory cycle counts, put-aways, and product movement using the FIFO system.
• Accurately pick, stage, and load food orders for shipping and partner agency pick-up.
• Safely operate warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks) and follow all safety standards.
• Support warehouse operations including receiving, order fulfillment, and transfers between locations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while providing excellent customer service to partners.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen (including marijuana) and background check.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication).
• Ability to operate or be certified to operate warehouse equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts, reach trucks).
• Ability to learn and use warehouse technology, including RFID/scanning systems.
• Ability to work independently, follow directions, and contribute positively as a team member.
• Commitment to ethical and professional workplace practices.

Work environment:

• Full-time position: standard schedule is Monday–Friday, 11:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.; overtime and occasional weekends may be required.
• Warehouse setting with moving equipment; some outdoor exposure.
• Work includes standing/walking for most of the shift, frequent bending and lifting.
• Must regularly lift/move up to 30 lbs., frequently 75 lbs.+, and push/pull pallets up to 2,000 lbs. using equipment.
• Work in refrigerated/freezer environments (down to -5°F)

Pay range:

Nothing matters more to the Maryland Food Bank than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all positions require a background check and drug screen.

To learn more about the Maryland Food Bank, visit www.mdfoodbank.org.