Nature Fresh Farms is a Canadian-based greenhouse company with facilities in Delta, OH, Laredo, TX, and Leamington, ON. Our company and its innovative, dynamic team are expanding every day, growing new plant varieties, and introducing cutting-edge ideas and practices to the fresh produce industry. However, at Nature Fresh, we don’t just grow plants – we also grow people. Our team is passionate about bringing the highest quality products to consumers, but it is also committed to creating an inspiring, diverse, and team-oriented workplace environment that everyone can enjoy. Nature Fresh Farms is a recognized leader within the greenhouse farming industry – join our team and help us continue to grow!
We are currently seeking an applicant to join our team and fill a full-time position as a Shipping/Receiving Clerk at our Distribution Center in Laredo, TX.
The Shipping/Receiving Clerk works closely with the sales, procurement, shipping, and receiving department to ensure supply chain operations processes run smoothly. He/she are the front line of shipping goods within the company. A Shipping/Receiving Clerk sees that accurate records are kept of all products received and shipped. Additionally, they are tasked with updating and providing accurate records of inventory.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Filling out and inputting temperature recorder information in NAV, Sensitech, TMS and Emerson Oversight.
- Recording and sending daily/weekly inventory templates, office supplies and seals through email.
- Input chep counts in the system and emailing chep counts daily.
- Printing and making load confirmations/load sheets and making sure information is accurate.
- Filling out and attaching permits, certificates, and inspection paperwork accurately.
- Answering phones and attending to drivers/and or anybody at window.
- Assigning bay doors appropriately and accurately for truck drivers.
- Send late truck notices to inform the logistics department.
- Record check-in times, start times, and check-out times of trucks in Smartsheets or TMS system.
- Report truck arrivals/departures to the logistics department, supervisors, and other clerks through TMS to ensure an even workflow.
- Handing out load sheets with accurate information for Shippers/Receivers to load trucks.
- Assisting drivers with any problem they may have – handle situations accordingly and appropriately.
- Data entry in Block Chain, Smartsheets and other systems.
- Assisting with printing tags and orders to separate and count pallets.
- Monitoring emails for revisions to sales orders.
- Verifying and entering the correct information into NAV for completed orders. Verifying that quality is complete on orders, printing the BOL’s.
- Assist with handing out orders evenly to shippers & printing pallet markers.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Previous administration experience considered an asset.
- Previous forklift experience considered an asset.
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and other software programs.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team environment, some independent work.
- Ability to work in a fast environment by multitasking and prioritizing work while being attentive to details and quality.
- Ability to embrace and adapt to the rapid growth, innovation, and development of the company.
- Safety shoes are mandatory for this position.
- Must be able to pass a background and drug test.
Working Conditions:
- Fast paced warehouse environment where temperatures vary from cooler to temperature-controlled areas to warmer environments in the warehouse.
- Balance between sitting, standing, and walking throughout the warehouse.
- Working with minimal supervision during the day but also communicating with other departments as necessary.
Nature Fresh Farms is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from candidates, in accordance with all relevant legislation. Nature Fresh Farms provides an accessible environment in which all individuals have access in a way that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
