Join a team-oriented production line that assembles bags with nutritious items. Each week we prepare different packs for clients in need.
Program Packs
Program Packs
This is a team-oriented production line where your group will fill bags with nutritious items for one of our specialized nutrition programs. We offer three Children’s Programs each month: Baby Steps (Age 0 – 2), Preschooler Packs (Age 2 – 5), and Grade Schooler Packs (Age 6 – 12). Our newest specialized nutrition pack, the Seniors’ Program, caters to the needs of our senior clients ages 65+. Click here to learn more about our specialized nutrition programs.
Group size:
Maximum 5 volunteers
Location:
GVFB Warehouse, 8345 Winston Street, Burnaby
Shift times:
- Monday-Tuesday; 3 hour shifts
Commitment:
- Flexible (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly)
Responsibilities:
- Assembling nutrition packs with specific number of items
- Setting up/taking down the production line
- Restocking the production line with food
- Sweeping and sanitizing the packing area
- Recycling packaging and composting spoiled food
- Assisting with other warehouse-related tasks as needed
Requirements:
- At least 15 years old
- Ability to follow directions and work within a team
- Ability to work in a noisy environment. Active machinery will be present during the shift.
- Ability to stand for an extended period of time
- Ability to bend, twist and lift up to 20 lbs.