Distribution Clerk - 3rd Shift

Employment Type : Hourly

Shift : Third

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Position Summary :

Provide administrative support in managing daily scheduling of shipments and branch transfer finished goods receiving. Provide accurate and timely documentation as needed, related to shipments and receipts.

Major Duties and Responsibilities :

Schedule appointments for prepaid & customer loads, working with shipping carriers. Also schedules finished goods receiving appointments.

Check in drivers and schedule incoming trucks in and out of the appropriate docks.

Responsible for all documents & administrative duties related to shipments, receipts, and RPA's ensuring all are complete and accurate.

UPS Freight - (Responsible for assigning m / b, figuring freight cost, printing bill of lading, invoice prep & filing of documentation.)

Print daily pick tickets and assist loaders with inventory and loading issues using JDE, RF Smart and AS400 while verifying loading accuracy.

Prepare shipping documents and verify for accuracy.

Follow all safety and security policies and procedures, as required. Responsible for following all Food Safety policies, procedures and regulatory criterion including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices, and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated Preventive Controls.

Education and Experience :

High school diploma or equivalent experience. Experience in a shipping / receiving traffic environment preferred.

Knowledge and Skills :

Computer literate to include experience with office software programs, such as Microsoft Office, JDE, RF Smart and AS400 systems. Proficient in 10-key operation, with excellent math skills. Possess good communication skills, both written & verbal. Ability to multi-task in a fast paced office environment. Attention to detail coupled with excellent interpersonal skills. Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

Why Join Us :

Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you're willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits :

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision - coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs

Physical Demands :

All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum : intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and / or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment :

Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and / or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to :

Diversity & Inclusion :

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.