Program Coordinator (Operations Specialist)

WE’RE HIRING! JOIN THE BREMERTON FOODLINE TEAM!

We’re looking for a Program Coordinator (Operations Specialist) to help keep food moving and our mission growing!

Program Coordinator (Operations Specialist)

Department: Operations

Status: Full-Time, Hourly (40 hours/week)

Reports To: Operations Manager

Wages: Starting at $23 per hour

Applications Due: November 11, 2026

Send Applications to: email or mail 1600 12th Street, Bremerton WA 98337

Application Requirement: To be considered for an interview you must include a Cover Letter and Resume.

Position Overview

Bremerton Foodline (BFL) seeks an organized, hands-on, and team-centered Program Coordinator

(Operations Specialist) to support our warehouse systems, including in-kind contributions, food drives,

Grocery Rescue product, and inventory management. Our busy food bank serves more than 800 households

per week, and this position keeps food moving from the loading dock to the pantry shelf so every client

finds a full, welcoming pantry.

The Program Coordinator works collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and community partners to maintain

operational excellence, uphold food safety standards, and advance BFL’s mission of reducing food insecurity

in our community. Works closely with the Food Pantry Specialist and Program Specialist to ensure all

programs have the food, supplies, and support they need for success.

One Team, Three Specialties

BFL’s Program Coordinators work as one team. Each brings a unique specialty, and together they run the

food pantry and all BFL programs efficiently and effectively.

• Food Pantry Specialist – Leads daily pantry operations, client services, and volunteer teams on the pantry floor.
• Program Specialist – Leads Special Programs, including Groceries On the Go, KidVantage, Mail Service, and CSFP.
• Operations Specialist – Leads warehouse systems and inventory so the pantry and every program have the food and supplies they need.
• Coordinators cross-train, share information daily, and step in for one another so service never stops on a busy day or when a teammate is out.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations

• Receive, weigh, sort, and record in-kind contributions and incoming deliveries.
• Support food drives from start to finish, including scheduling, receiving, and sorting.
• Coordinate the receiving, sorting, and storage of Grocery Rescue product so it is used safely and quickly.
• Keep warehouse bays, cold storage, and work areas organized and ready for use.

Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate inventory records in BFL’s inventory system.
• Rotate stock (first in, first out) and monitor product dates and quality.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager on purchasing and restock planning.

Food Pantry & Program Support

• Partner with the Food Pantry Specialist to keep shelves, fridges, and freezers stocked daily.
• Work with the Program Specialist to stage products and supplies for Special Programs.

Volunteer Leadership

• Recruit, train, supervise, and support warehouse volunteers.
• Lead volunteer groups, including food drive, corporate, and community groups.
• Develop daily task assignments in collaboration with the Operations Manager and Program Coordinators.

Facility & Safety Management

• Log fridge and freezer temperatures daily and uphold food safety protocols.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and follow OSHA safety practices.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, donor, and organizational regulations.

Recordkeeping & Compliance

• Track pounds received and distributed to support grant and partner reporting.
• Maintain accurate volunteer hour documentation.

Communication & Professional Conduct

• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, volunteers, staff, and partners.
• Demonstrate systems thinking, adaptability, and a growth mindset.

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly and stand, walk, and work in cold storage for long periods
• College degree or equivalent experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Drive
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management abilities
• Resourceful, proactive, and solution-oriented
• Flexibility for occasional evenings and weekends
• Food Handler’s Card (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
• Current WA driver’s license and clean driving record

Preferred

• Fluency in Spanish and/or Mam
• Warehouse or inventory experience, including inventory software
• Experience operating warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jack, forklift); forklift certification a plus
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bremerton Foodline is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive

workplace and strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on

the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national

origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal,

state, or local law.

We believe that diversity strengthens our organization and enhances our ability to serve the community

with dignity and respect.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly and stand, walk, and work in cold storage for long periods
• College degree or equivalent experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Drive
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management abilities
• Resourceful, proactive, and solution-oriented
• Flexibility for occasional evenings and weekends
• Food Handler’s Card (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
• Current WA driver’s license and clean driving record

Preferred

• Fluency in Spanish and/or Mam
• Warehouse or inventory experience, including inventory software
• Experience operating warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jack, forklift); forklift certification a plus
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations