Warehouse Supervisor

Full time · Exempt · On-site at 401 Domino Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19128

Help feed Philadelphia families, one pallet at a time

Our Roxborough warehouse supplies our markets and more than 50 partner pantries. You'll lead the team that receives, stores, and sends out that food, safely and on time.

What you'll do:

Lead the warehouse

  • Oversee receiving, sorting, storing, packing, and sending out food.

  • Train and schedule staff, interns, and volunteers, and keep hours on budget.

  • Rotate food using FIFO/FEFO (first in, first out / first expired, first out).

  • Update the "Food Received" and "Food Leaving Rox" sheets daily with the inventory lead.

  • Pitch in on pallets, loading, unloading, and cleaning.

  • Support emergency and high-demand distributions.

Keep food safe (RDO compliance)

  • Oversee temperature control, sanitation, and pest control.

  • Inspect donations for quality and safety.

  • Keep checklists, inspections, and temperature logs up to date.

  • Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and well used.

Care for equipment

  • Set up weekly orders for markets and pantry partners.

  • Schedule pickups and have orders ready ahead of time.

  • Keep communication with partners clear and steady.

Manage transportation

  • Build the weekly driver schedule and share it with both teams.

  • Supervise drivers and make sure they follow our procedures.

  • Keep driver checklists, temperature logs, and maintenance logs.

Other

  • Other warehouse tasks as assigned.

What you bring

  • High school diploma or equivalent (associate or bachelor's degree a plus)

  • 2 to 5 years of warehouse experience (supervisory or nonprofit experience a plus)

  • Knowledge of food safety standards (ServSafe)

  • Experience with volunteers or community programs

  • Forklift certification

  • Strong organization, leadership, and communication skills

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

  • You'll work in a warehouse with changing temperatures, including fridge and freezer areas. The job involves standing and lifting. Some early mornings, weekends, or emergency shifts may be needed.

What we offer

Health insurance, paid time off, and professional development.

How to apply

Apply online through Idealist.

Join our Team!

Market Program Coordinator, Fairhill (Bilingual English/Spanish)

Full time · On-site at 3510 A St, Philadelphia, PA 19134

Run a market where neighbors shop with dignity

At our Fairhill market and pantry, guests choose their own groceries. You'll keep the space welcoming, stocked, and safe. You'll also lead the staff and volunteers who make each day work.

What you'll do:

Run the market

  • Plan each day and week around the schedule, team, stock, and guest needs.

  • Open and close the market, and set up for each distribution.

  • Help guests find their way and choose groceries.

  • Reset and clean the space after each distribution.

Manage food and inventory

  • Check stock each week and place warehouse orders.

  • Receive deliveries, check items, and lead unloading and stocking.

  • Rotate stock and follow food safety and storage rules.

  • Set aside damaged or unsafe food.

  • Track food received, ordered, given out, wasted, or composted, including weights.

Lead the team

  • Give staff and volunteers clear tasks and the tools they need.

  • Keep an eye on the day's flow and coach as you go.

  • Build a team culture of respect, inclusion, and dignity.

Connect with the community

  • Build relationships with partners, donors, volunteers, and agencies.

  • Represent Small Things at events and meetings on food security.

  • Plan outreach to reach more neighbors.

  • Lead community feedback sessions.

  • Help with donor and volunteer events and tours.

What you bring

Required

  • Fluent in English and Spanish

  • Background in social services

  • Warm, friendly customer service skills

  • Strong organization and the ability to juggle tasks

  • Comfort with technology

  • High school diploma

Nice to have

  • Experience with nutrition, food, or cooking

  • Knowledge of the Fairhill and Hunting Park neighborhoods and Caribbean culture

What we offer

Health insurance, paid time off, and professional development.

How to apply

Apply online through Idealist.