NOW HIRING 1/29/2025

FARM WAGON MANAGER – FULL TIME
Reports to: DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS

Hours: Monday through Friday: 7:30am – 4pm
Starting Pay: $22/hr

The Farm Wagon mobile pantry distributes fresh produce, dairy, and other food items to low-income rural and urban areas to include Adams, Allen, DeKalb, Huntington, LaGrange, Noble, Steuben, Wells, and Whitley Counties. All individuals in need are welcome to attend.

Job Summary:
The Farm Wagon Program Manager oversees mobile pantry operations, ensuring efficient distribution, inventory management, and volunteer leadership. This role involves a mix of office and fieldwork, frequent travel to distribution sites, and physical tasks such as lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing, and extended standing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
 Responsible for the timely and correct handling of all FW paperwork and reports.
 Create and analyze Excel spreadsheets to monitor operations and identify areas for
improvement.
 Serve as the onsite manager for mobile pantry locations, ensuring smooth operations.
 Oversee setup, distribution, and breakdown of mobile pantry distributions.
 Establish and maintain systems for monitoring and evaluating program performance.
 Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices, including Board of Health, Feeding America, USDA, and CHFB guidelines.
 Generate reports and provide insights to the Director of Programs as needed.
 Supervise staff and volunteers, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
 Utilize conflict resolution skills to address issues effectively and professionally.
 Demonstrate a pleasant, professional, and helpful attitude always
 Work cooperatively with the Transportation Supervisor, Volunteer Manager and other
departments as needed.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Obtain ServSafe certification within 90 days of employment.
 Commit to understanding and supporting CHFB’s mission; demonstrate compassion and an
appreciation for hunger issues.
 Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to pivot quickly when unexpected
challenges arise.
 Assist in other areas of the food bank as assigned.
 Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
 Ensure a neat, clean, and professional appearance always.
 Maintain reliable transportation and the ability to travel within CHFB’s service area.
 Work evening and weekend hours as requested.
This list is not all-inclusive; other duties may be assigned.
PHYSICAL/LIFE SKILLS/PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
 Respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
 Present information to top management, public groups, or others as assigned.
 Attend local, regional, or national conferences and meetings as requested.
 Maintain a proactive mindset with a focus on efficiency and organization.
 Work in a wide range of environmental temperatures.
 Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
 Operate all standard office equipment to include basic computer operation.
 Consistently bend, twist, climb, reach above shoulders, kneel, squat, sit, stand, and lift up to 50
pounds unassisted.
 Work effectively with a diverse group of staff and volunteers.
 Read and write proficiently in English.
 Perform basic math skills at a high school level or above.
 Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
 Exhibit excellent oral communication skills.
 Maintain a pleasant, team-oriented personality with attention to detail.
 Work overtime and weekends as requested.
 Demonstrate a high level of personal integrity and honesty.
 Optional pallet jack and forklift experience a plus, but not required.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
 Two-year degree in business, human services, or equivalent experience.
 Experience working with social service agencies preferred.
 Obtain or maintain any required licenses or certificates.

Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of Community Harvest Food Bank to provide equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, or disability and to promote the full realization of that policy. CHFB will assure equal employment opportunities in all personnel actions and procedures including, but not limited to recruitment, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, compensation, and benefits.

All applications must be submitted through Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/job/farm-wagon-program-manager-c22e090702e4a65a