Transportation Assistant

Job description

Position Summary Handle clerical and office responsibilities, supporting the perishable receiving function. Position Responsibilities: - Sign in drivers and direct them to the proper department. - Match the bill of lading to the purchase orders. - Door and dispatch all trucks and POs. - Print pallet tags. - Adjust inventory due to overages, shortages, and damaged product accurately. - Contact buyers for additional products sent on trucks to determine the need to receive or reject the product. - Organize the door sheet and print copies. - Organize the next day's totals and communicate to supervision. - Answer phones and handle calls as appropriate. - Direct incoming backhaul loads to the doors. - Redirect calls for appointments to the correct department. - Keep office equipment operational, reporting any equipment needs or repair issues. Position Requirements: Any combination of education, training, and experience providing the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Knowledge: General clerical, beginning PC skills, 10-key skills Abilities: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to writ...