Minneapolis, MN, US
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Job Title: Warehouse Specialist, Distribution - Nutrition Center - SY 2025-2026 and Requisition ID number: 103526
Close Date: 11:59 PM on 08/28/2025
Organizational Unit: CWS, Distribution (10001109)
Site: Nutrition Center (0782)
FTE: 1.000 or 8 hrs daily; 52 wks; this is based on full-time equivalency with 1.0 being full time
Union: Food Service(27)
Functional Area: Food Service
Salary Range: $21.23 AFDSV2 Step3 - $23.62 AFDSV2 Step7
Benefits: Dental insurance | Health insurance | Vision insurance | Paid time off | HSA & FSA | Retirement plan
A resume and cover letter are mandatory to apply for any position.
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SUMMARY
Under general supervision, oversees distribution, delivery and receipt of food, supplies and materials. Maintains warehouse for the District, including food and supplies for the Child Nutrition Programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
* Receives and processes food supplies and materials for refrigerated warehouse serving the Food Service Department (FSD) Nutrition Center central kitchen facility. Receives frozen, refrigerated and dry goods according to food safety standards and established receiving guidelines; provides accurate receiving data to the Inventory Coordinator.
* Operates powered fork lift, and moves material according to work order and material requisition form; assists with loading and unloading of delivery trucks. Monitors work site to assure that safety rules and regulations are adhered to, and that the work zone and all equipment are in compliance with state and local regulations.
* Establishes basic inventory control procedures to manage warehouse supplies. Inspects and verifies accuracy and condition of all materials received and pulled from inventory against appropriate paperwork.
* Practice safety and sanitation processes for food preparation, distribution and storage.
* Knowledge of FIFO procedures for food storage and selection.
* Maintain accurate inventory, record keeping and records management of FSD goods. Use of basic mathematical computations.
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND one year of warehouse or shipping/receiving experience, preferably in a commercial food service setting.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Valid Minnesota State Driver's License and Fork Lift Operator License are required.
Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.
Must acquire and maintain a Minnesota State Food Manager certification within sixty (60) days of date of hire.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed indoors and outdoors at MPS facilities. May be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed including use of safety equipment; a job in this category may require walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, climbing ladders, and ability to frequently lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
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Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.
Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.
Posting Notes: | 12:01 AM On 08/28/2025 | CWS, Distribution (10001109) | Nutrition Center (0782) | Food Service
Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis