Materials Management Manager jobs in District of Columbia

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ABOUT DC CENTRAL KITCHEN:   

DC Central Kitchen (DCCK) is an iconic nonprofit and social enterprise that combats hunger and poverty through job training and job creation. Our approach provides hands-on culinary job training while creating living-wage jobs and bringing nutritious, dignified food where it is most needed in our city. We serve scratch-cooked, farm-to-school meals in DC schools; deliver fresh, affordable produce to corner stores in neighborhoods without supermarkets; provide delicious catering; and operate cafes. Above all else, we are committed to creating a more just, equitable, and inclusive community, both outside our doors and right here on our team. We strive to offer a safe environment to learn, discover, and develop individual strengths, and pursue meaningful career pathways. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we recognize and work to address the lasting effects of historic injustices and systemic racism, and we strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQ people, returning citizens, and people who have experienced poverty or homelessness to apply to join our team.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

DC Central Kitchen (DCCK) is a national leader in the future of hunger relief, empowering the next generation of leaders to implement innovative models for combatting hunger, developing food systems, and helping communities to help themselves. The Culinary Operations department is an integral part of this innovative approach with a focus on consistent and efficient preparation of high-quality, delicious, and nutritious food products, food safety, and stellar customer service. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Materials Management Assistant will assist the materials management team to ensure efficient receiving, outbound, and inventory management of all products at DC Central Kitchen. This position will report directly to the Materials Manager and will work closely with the Transportation and Procurement teams. The Materials Management Assistant will perform a critical role in ensuring that department goals are successfully achieved while offering administrative, operational, and logistical support. The Assistant will make certain all administrative responsibilities are completed with accuracy and issues are effectively communicated to appropriate team members and outside clients. This position requires strong organizational and customer service skills, as well as independent judgment that is required to plan, prioritize, and organize a wide range of responsibilities. A strong commitment to DC Central Kitchen’s mission as well as the ability to work collaboratively and professionally with colleagues, students, visitors, customers, and members of the community are highly essential.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Meet vendors as deliveries come in; facilitate receiving process by checking quality of all products, check for any missing or shorted items based on invoices.
• Ensure any short is noted on the invoice by driver and dcck staff. 
• Bring all invoices to the Lead and/or Manager. 
• Communicate with lead via Teams when vendors arrive and communicate on any shorts or quality issues.
• Label as needed and put away all products in designated storage spaces. 
• Specifically label all cases of Chicken with their receive date. 
• Organize Dry Storage areas according to the shelf labels and FIFO procedures.
• Organize Cooler walk-ins areas according to the shelf labels and FIFO procedures. 
• Organize Freezer according to the shelf labels and FIFO procedures.
• Check quality of products and notify lead of any items spoiled or near spoilage. 
• Clean all storage areas daily. 
• Clean loading dock and hallways. 
• Monitor doors and ensure all fridge, freezer and external doors are kept closed at all times. 
• Pull product as needed for production teams.
• Pull product for Healthy corners production using pull sheets provided by lead. 
• Return unused products from daily production, switch label from program date to “Use First” opening items up for available inventory.
• Pull product from Freezer to thaw.
• Stage and label products for outbound DCPS delivery the next day using Delivery Sheets.
• Pull DCPS and private Carts and whole cases out to drivers in the morning as well as any additional items such as FFVP or any other item noted by lead. 
• Receive Donations and label donations and communicate to lead that donations have arrived on teams. 
• Be available on teams to answer questions, as needed, relating to products from procurement or kitchen teams throughout shift.
• Perform other duties and tasks as required to maintain quality relationships with all our partners and customers and / or duties and tasks needed to drive the vision, mission, and values of DC Central Kitchen.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• 1-2 years of experience in a related field
• Current ServSafe® certification
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint) 
• Knowledge of HACCP programs and regulations 
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and extreme attention to detail
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Ability to work independently
• Valid Driver’s License
• Demonstrated cultural competence and a commitment to the mission and values of DC Central Kitchen
• Pre-employment drug screen, background check, and TB Test are required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of standing
• Must be capable of independent local travel
• Must be able to attend occasional night and weekend events
• May occasionally move Audio/Visual and other office equipment or lightweight items weighing up to 25 pounds for various meeting and event needs; Some functions of this position may require moderate physical activity, including transporting, positioning, installing, or removing office equipment items, such as printers, computers, phones, and so on
• Will occasionally move about inside the office and commercial kitchen space to access supplies, materials, file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer; constantly positions self to access and maintain computer equipment; and must be able to remain in a stationery position for at least 50% of the time.
• Must be able to work in an environment where exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, fumes, dirt, smoke, loud noise, and a variety of odors is common
• This job description is subject to change at any time. 

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (DCCK pays 100% of employee premiums for individual coverage)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and personal leave)
• 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Bonding Leave for new parents 
• Commuter Benefits plan
• Matching 401(k) program 
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Wellness Reimbursement program 

NOTE: 

This document is an outline of the primary tasks assigned and may be changed at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. All team members are expected to assist DC Central Kitchen in achieving its goals even if such tasks are beyond the scope of this outline. The job description does not constitute an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. 

DC Central Kitchen is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and a Strengths-based organization