Shipping Administrator
Romulus, MI - USA
Job Summary
Job Title: Document Technician (Shipping Clerk)
Pure Hothouse Foods marketed under the Pure Flavor brand is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers who share a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor to communities everywhere. Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing strong support for our retail & foodservice customers and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing expertise. We are the next generation of vegetable growers inspired to put quality flavor and customers first by providing greenhouse-grown vegetables from our farms that are strategically located throughout North America.
With a dedicated energetic and highly skilled workforce we believe our employees make the difference. We offer our employees the opportunity to advance their careers in our progressive vibrant organization.
Job Summary
The Document Technician (Shipping Clerk) is responsible for accurate billing of all product being shipped to customers from the distribution center. The position tracks
product through the shipping process and ensures food safety compliance and product traceability measures are consistently met. The Shipping Clerk communicates
sales orders and purchase orders to the warehouse staff ensuring they are completed accurately and allocated to the designated carrier for shipment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Data entry; record product input and output in FAMOUS
Monitor FAMOUS continually for changes and new orders print pick tickets
Communicate to supervisors all order variances
Ensure pick tickets and paperwork are accurately completed and attached to proper BOLs including pick tickets and place in the correct order
Distribute tallies and pick tickets; make copies of tallies attaching corresponding pick tickets and posting on shipping board as trucks arrive
Generate pick tickets resolve discrepancies and complete revisions
Review customs documentation and communicate with customs brokers
Communicate with sales revising tallies communicating POs with drivers reprinting pick tickets and BOLS when necessary printing inventory for shippers etc.
Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary information as well as other company data including personnel information
Ensure compliance for GMPS SOPs policies and procedures
Other core expectations as defined by the company
Requirements and Skills
High school diploma required; Post-secondary education in a business discipline or a post graduate certificate preferred
2-3 years experience in record management in the produce industry preferred
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices Health and Safety and Food Safety
Experience with ERP software FAMOUS preferred
Intermediate level of Microsoft Office Suite software experience is required
Numeric literacy math and problem-solving skills required
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy as well as consistent follow-through skills.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision; provide leadership when needed
Working Conditions
Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; flexibility is required
This job operates within a refrigerated warehouse where temperatures range from 45-55F. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery and forklift truck operation
Role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines. Specific vision capabilities required; employee is to work in front of a computer sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods is required
Role frequently requires the ability to stand walk bend twist use hands to handle or feel product or packaging and reach with hands and arms
The position may involve lifting to 30-pounds occasionally up to 50-pounds.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity submit your resume to Pure Flavor today!
Pure Flavor Farms is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the Human Resources department if an accommodation is required.
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Required Experience:
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About Company
Our vegetables are Non-GMO Project Verified We grow Millions of veggie plants each year in our greenhouses Our Georgia Grown Tomatoes are within 24 hours of 80 million consumers Tiki Tomatoes™ Tiki Tomatoes™ OMG Tomatoes™ Seedless Mini Peppers Seedless Mini Peppers Explore the fresh f ... View more