Receiving Clerk (Document Technician)

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 Receiving Clerk is responsible to accurately bill out orders, ensure product is properly traced, and shipped out to the correct customer. The Receiving Clerk also ensures drivers are checked in and released with appropriate paperwork and assists in shipping product.

Responsibilities:

• Collect, record, verify and print receiving documentation and data; cross check to bill of lading to ensure accurate reporting of inventory and product levels; create reports
• Investigate variances, resolve discrepancies and complete revisions; report to personnel with authority
• Act as a point of contact for Truck Drivers; provide drivers with accurate paperwork before load is released, track and report driver concerns about trailer, equipment or product shortage
• Provide support to supervisor as is relates to driver schedule, lot layout; notify drivers when trailers need to be pulled or placed at dock
• Partner with Supervisor and Quality Department to assist in receiving product
• Schedule receiving and inbound appointments as required
• Ensure compliance for GMPS, SOP’s, policies, and procedures
• Other core expectations as defined by the company

Requirements:

• 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 required
• This job operates in a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range from 45-55°F.  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 will involve needing to lift up to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, submit your resume to Pure Hothouse Foods 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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