Hybrid Purchasing Clerk - 1st Shift at Wayne-Sanderson Farms

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for providing general clerical support to the assigned production department(s). Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:                              

• Prepare purchase requisitions
• Generate Purchase Order numbers for each requisition
• Monitor and track purchase orders
• Obtain price quotes (when necessary)
• Perform clerical responsibilities related to order processing, ensuring timely order and receipt of supplies, equipment and materials
• Ensure supplies are received and routed to the proper location within the facility
• Maintain a positive working relationship with all managers, supervisors, employees, and vendors
• Work with vendors as necessary on status of back orders
• Prepare purchasing reports, verifying accuracy
• Assist with monthly inventory
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
• Basic math skills and computer skills

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May work in wet and cold (45ºF, 4ºC) or hot and dusty (95ºF, 35ºC) environment
• Will be exposed to noise of > 85 decibels, CO2 and moving production equipment
• Ability to lift 10 lbs
• Ability to frequently kneel, crawl, stoop, and bend
• Work around raw, live animal odors