Description We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever were with, whatever were doing, we always make it real .
Position Summary
Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Shipping Clerk will arrange and coordinate all appointments for freight leaving the plant through designated Olam freight carriers and Customer arranged carriers, based on prearranged ship dates which correspond with Customers delivery windows. Using the SAP software, the Shipping Clerk record the deals of all shipments leaving the plant.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate accuracy at every step, all incoming and outgoing loads must have the proper paperwork filled out and processed accurately in a timely manner. The Shipping Clerk should also be able to act proactively to ensure smooth and effective operations and report issues to management immediately.
Position Responsibilities Creation of shipping documents for all outbound truck loads Data entry for incoming raw material loads Data entry for production process orders Tracking of shipments and destinations using Excel spreadsheets Audit and File Trailer inspection report, Seal responsibility, driver sign-in logs, shipment documentation Responsible for communication (phone, fax, email) with staff at other plants, warehouses, and trucking company. Inventory management and reconciliation (to include rework transactions) Will work under the direction of the Production Manager and Plant Manager. Other duties as required. The specified personal protection equipment shall be worn at all times while working in designated areas. Example (work boots, gloves, eye protection, ear plugs etc. This position is not limited to those duties in the job description. Duties and responsibilities can be changed, expanded, reduced, or deleted to meet the business needs of the organization. Perform other duties as assigned. Position Requirements High School Diploma or GED preferred, not required. Must have strong computer skills, experience with SAP preferred Must be accountable and reliable with a good work ethic. Must be able to read, write and speak English Must have basic math skills Must be well organized and detail oriented Must be able to multi-task Must be willing and able to work weekends Must be able to work overtime if needed Must be able to read, comprehend and work from verbal and written communications Good attendance and work record a must Must be able to work alone with minimal supervision Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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