SHIPPING CLERK

TITLE:                     SHIPPING CLERK

LOCATION:             ARVIN, CA

COMPENSATION:  $16.05 / HOUR + 0.20 (SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL)

PURPOSE:

Clerk/Receptionist for the shipping department. Perform light secretarial work. Maintain
shipping records and distribute paperwork to appropriate personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Customer service and answer heavy telephones.
• Process bill of lading for shipping out trucks as required.
• Direct trucks to docking area.
• Effectively communicate necessary information to sales, production, drivers, buyers and shipping staff.
• File paperwork and handle all office procedures.
• Position will be required to cover other time schedules depending on business
  needs.
• Perform administrative duties as instructed by the Shipping Supervisor or Manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout much of the working day. Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Ability to occasionally move about inside the office and food processing facilities. Must be able to work in a high noise area.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior shipping experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to answer heavy telephone calls.
• Must be computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Familiarity with GIS system (Grimmway Information System) a plus.
• Proficient in 10 key by touch.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Excellent organizational and management skills.
• Must have the ability to communicate with people with a positive attitude in a highly intense work environment.
• Must be efficient, and reliable with a good attendance record.
• Remote work not available for this position.
• Must be bi-lingual, English/Spanish, with the ability to speak, read, and write in both.
• Must pass pre-placement drug/alcohol screen.

ADMINISTRATIVE EMPLOYEES:

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k plan with a discretionary match, subject to a vesting schedule
• Paid Sick, Vacation, Holiday Time and Personal Hours
• Employee Vehicle Purchase/Lease Programs
• Subsidized gym membership with InShape health clubs
• Free on-site personal training and other wellness-focused activities at company gym
• Tuition discount partnership program with University of La Verne
• Discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California
• Work life balance