Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Hope Supply Warehouse - National City, CA 91950Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $21.00 - $21.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesAt the San Diego Rescue Mission, we are driven by a profound belief in compassion, service, and the transformative power of Jesus' love. Our mission goes beyond charity; it is a calling to love our neighbors and provide hope and healing to those experiencing homelessness. We are committed to creating a holistic approach to recovery and rehabilitation, ensuring that our programs serve as safe havens for men, women, and children in need.

Position Summary

The Warehouse Coordinator plays a key role in furthering the Mission’s commitment to excellence in service and Christlike compassion. This position supports program objectives, ensures operational integrity, and reflects our values in every interaction with clients, staff, and the public. The Warehouse Coordinator oversees the daily intake, processing, inventory and documentation of food and material donations. This role ensures the accuracy, organization, and efficiency of warehouse operations and plays a key role in preparing deliveries for our Navigation Centers and partners. Each month, SDRM rescues nearly 300,000 lbs. of food, partnering with more than 20 churches to provide food distribution throughout San Diego County. The warehouse coordinator is essential in sustaining these life-changing services and ensuring donated goods reach those in need.
QualificationsKey Responsibilities

Receive, unload, sort, and process incoming food and material donations.
Ensure quality control of all donations and maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment.
Process and fulfill internal work orders for deliveries to SDRM Navigation Centers and partner sites.
Support ongoing warehouse operations through general cleaning, organizing, maintenance, and improvement projects.
Ensure quality during retrieval, separation, counting, and redistribution of food donations.
Sort donated items including clothing, hygiene products, undergarments, and other material goods (both new and used).
Load and unload trucks; safely operate forklifts and pallet jacks to transport goods.
Accurately weigh and record food donation poundage.
Follow all proper handling, food safety, and donation intake procedures.
Perform daily inventory data entry using Pantry Soft Software.
Uphold inventory control standards and ensure product quality is consistently maintained.
Train, supervise, and coordinate the daily tasks of volunteers, students, and SER program employees.
Lead volunteer projects and provide support during food/material distribution efforts.
Support and participate in ministry-wide activities and chapels as applicable.
Collaborate cross-functionally to uphold trauma-informed practices and ensure client dignity.

Staff Expectations

As a representative of San Diego Rescue Mission, all employees are expected to:

Adhere to the Statement of Faith, upholding biblical principles in all aspects of work and life.
Be prepared to share the hope you have in Christ. As a representative of Christ, be ready to gently and respectfully share the Good News of Jesus Christ at all times.
Live out the Mission, Vision, and Values of the SDRM by safeguarding the Mission, pursuing the Vision, and reflecting our core values—Faith, Compassion, Excellence, and Integrity—in both your personal and public life. Remain focused on serving, demonstrating a deep desire to see God transform the lives of those experiencing homelessness.
Intentionally spend time in God’s Word, prayer, staying rooted in a biblical community (local church, ministry, small group) to deepen your relationship with Christ.
Model servant leadership in all interactions, encourage and support SDRM staff in their walk with Christ, putting the needs of others before yourself.
Foster a coachable, approachable, and humble spirit, remaining open to feedback, growth, and guidance.
Comply with SDRM dress code and consistently maintain a clean, professional appearance.
Follow all SDRM operational and safety procedures, ensuring alignment with warehouse standards and organizational values.

Qualifications

Education:

Minimum of High School Diploma

Experience:

Experience working with individuals facing homelessness, trauma, or addiction preferred
Minimum of [2] years working in a nonprofit, ministry, or human services environment preferred
Warehouse operations experienced
Inventory control and data entry
Familiar with food handling and material goods

Skills & Abilities:

Ability to function effectively in a dynamic, faith-based environment
Strong communication and administrative skills
Capable of maintaining emotional resilience in challenging client situations
Proficient in basic clerical tools and software, including Microsoft Teams, Word and Google Maps
Skilled in the use of electric pallet jacks and forklift
Ability to multitask

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This role may require walking, standing, lifting up to 25 lbs, and working irregular hours, including evenings or weekends.
Environment includes residential program sites and client-facing spaces.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

San Diego Rescue Mission is an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based organization. All employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, age, disability, or any other status protected by federal or California law. As a religious organization, SDRM exercises its rights under the Civil Rights Act Section 702 and applicable California law to employ individuals who share its Christian beliefs and values.