Inventory Specialist-Meal Distribution Center bei Philadelphia Corporation for Aging

Description

Company name: Philadelphia Corporation for Aging

Title of position: Inventory Specialist

Position type: Full Time

Pay range: $58,800.00-$68,068.35 (Varies based on experience.)

Location: Meal Distribution Center

THE ORGANIZATION

A private nonprofit organization founded in 1973, Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) is a large agency that is part of the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) nationwide network. Founded as a result of the federal Older Americans Act, the AAAs are mandated to “facilitate the area-wide development and implementation of a comprehensive, coordinated system for providing long-term care in home and community-based settings, in a manner responsive to the needs and preferences of older individuals and their family caregivers.” PCA carries out this mission through advocacy, stewardship of public funding, planning, development and administration of programs, and service coordination.

The mission of PCA is to improve the quality of life for older Philadelphians and those with disabilities and assist them in achieving the greatest possible levels of health, independence, and productivity.

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental coverage
• Flexible spending plan (health and dependent care)
• EAP, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-tax commuting, and parking benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and optional employee pre-tax contributions.
• Annual paid time off includes holidays, sick days, personal days, and vacation depending on tenure.

Requirements

Description of Role: Under the supervision of the MDC Assistant Manager, performs duties related to the inventory, ordering, receiving and distribution of all meals, complements, and other goods.

Required Education and Experience: 

Education: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in related discipline, preferred; significant related training and experience may be substituted for a degree
• Certification in Food Safety preferred
• Certified in use of forklift

Experience: 

• Five years of experience in food service or related field
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Job Responsibilities: FULL Job Description will be available.

a. Establishes par levels for meals and complements based on current consumer counts. Reviews inventory, places orders with meal providers.

b. Receives incoming deliveries, including meals, complements, equipment, etc. Reviews delivery ticket; verifies accuracy of delivery; checks temperatures as necessary. Signs off on completed delivery.

c. Organizes and stores all incoming goods as appropriate.

d. Transfers all food items in and out of refrigerators and freezer, as needed for storage and production.

e. Coordinates with Assistant Manager to plan daily packing schedules.

f. Coordinates with Assistant Manager to ensure all products needed for packing are set up for use by packing staff and assures a safe operations environment.

g. Returns and organizes packed meals and complements to appropriate storage location.

h. Provides backup for Assistant Manager. Assists in performing all duties related to the safe, efficient operation of the MDC Facility, grounds and equipment.

i. Performs basic repairs on building when appropriate.

j. Tracks problems with Meal Providers, product and/or deliveries. Works with Providers to satisfactorily resolve issues, troubleshoots and communicates problems to supervisory staff.

k. Prepares and summarizes meal deliveries on appropriate forms for invoicing. Works with Administrative Assistant and Provider to resolve any discrepancies. 

l. Participates in quarterly menu review meetings. Provides feedback and recommendations on deliveries, meals and billing issues.

m. Provides backup in responding to and resolving any alarms reported by security company.

n. Responsible for assisting with snow removal to minimize disruption of meal deliveries.

o. Reports all safety risks and accidents to supervisor immediately.

p. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Professional Characteristics:

• Detail-oriented, organized and highly dependable
• Ability to work cooperatively, follow verbal instructions
• Ability to respond to multiple requests for      information and assistance
• Strong interpersonal and communication
• Able to relate and interact well with others

Additional Requirements:

1. Possesses valid driver’s license

For information on Philadelphia Corporation for Aging, including more information on our company culture, visit our website at https://www.pcacares.org/.

All applicants will receive an acknowledgement that their application has been received. Those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Philadelphia Corporation for Aging is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.