Assistant Packer Jobs in Bell, CA (NOW HIRING)

Description

About our organization 

At Options for Learning, we partner with children, families, educators, and communities to create strong foundations for lifelong success. Since 1981, we have provided quality early learning and school-age programs, family support services, and child care resources designed to meet the evolving needs of the communities we serve. 

Our work is rooted in relationships and guided by our values of integrity, compassion, respect, curiosity, and nurturing. These values shape how we support families, collaborate with one another, and respond to the changing needs of our communities every day. 

Every interaction - whether with a family seeking guidance, a child entering a classroom, or a team member working behind the scenes - is an opportunity to create a positive and meaningful experience grounded in trust, empathy, and service. 

Serving communities throughout the San Gabriel Valley, Whittier, Pomona Valley, and Northeast Los Angeles, our team is united by a shared commitment to continuous learning, strong partnerships, and helping children and families thrive. 

At Options for Learning, employees are more than team members. They are trusted partners in work that makes a meaningful difference for children, families, and the communities we serve. 

About this position

This position is responsible for general clerical support to staff in Options for Learning's Nutrition Programs. This position will also fill in for drivers, transporting food from Options for Learning's central kitchen to center-based sites, on an as needed basis. This is a temporary, non-benefitted position with an expected duration of two to six months.

What you'll be doing

• Accurately filing, tracking, and processing Nutrition Program paperwork as needed and as directed;
• Accurately preparing Nutrition Program paperwork for drivers, packers, and sites;
• Preparing transport records for deliveries, per Nutrition Program requirements;
• Driving the organization van in a safe, responsible manner;
• Sorting and organizing packing slips and invoices;
• Assisting the Nutrition Program Manager as needed;
• Maintaining current and accurate records while maintaining confidentiality;
• Maintaining the organization van in clean operating condition and notifying the Nutrition Center Manager of the need for repair or servicing;
• Preparing and maintaining transport records according to Nutrition Program requirements;
• Accepting food deliveries as needed;
• Maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment;
• Following basic health standards regarding the handling of food;
• Accurately completing all assigned paperwork and documentation in a timely manner, according to organization policies and procedures;
• Actively participating in the annual in-service training;
• Abiding by all of Options for Learning's policies and procedures.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

What you bring to the table

• One year of general clerical experience;
• Five years of driving experience;
• A California driver's license, daily use of an automobile, and automobile, liability insurance;
• Must meet the requirements of the organization's automobile insurance company;
• Ability to organize work schedule for maximum use of time;
• Ability to lift and stack heavy cartons, etc. (i.e.: up to 40 pounds).
• Ability to correctly and effectively communicate in written and oral English; 
• Command of Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin or Vietnamese. (preferred).

Job specifications

• Reports to the Nutrition Program Packer;
• Temporary (two to six month duration) with no benefits;
• Non-exempt, part-time;
• Five-hour workday; Four-day work week;
• Limited evening or weekend hours may be
• Organization-wide winter break;
• Limited evening or weekend work may be required;
• Employment, responsibilities, compensation and other factors may be affected by changes in governmental regulations, the organization's contracts, or at the organization's discretion.

Salary

• $19.83 - $26.44 per hour (candidates should anticipate receiving an offer within the first quartile of the salary range).