2nd Shift Shipping Clerk

Perdue Chicken; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Administrative Support professional to join their team. This role focuses on providing essential clerical and administrative support within a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include managing communications, maintaining records, and ensuring timely delivery of products. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a commitment to teamwork. Join a company that values employee growth and community impact while enjoying a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and manage incoming communications.
• Maintain accurate company records and operate office equipment.
• Manifest loads accurately and monitor inventory.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

SAP

CFS

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Office Equipment

Computer Applications

Job description

Perdue Foods Administrative Support Position

Perdue Foods aims to be the most trusted name in premium proteins, creating products for consumers, retail, and foodservice customers worldwide. We are part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned business committed to tradition and innovation. Our culture emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and respect, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every voice matters. We prioritize employee growth, work-life balance, and community impact.

Position Summary

This role provides basic administrative and clerical support to a specific department, working under close supervision. The primary responsibility is to arrange, manifest, and check loads to ensure timely delivery of correct products to customers. Hours vary based on production needs, typically from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Answer phones, handle questions, redirect calls, and take messages or orders.
2. Maintain accurate company record systems.
3. Operate office equipment such as printers and fax machines.
4. Use basic computer applications including email, data entry, calendar, and scheduling tools.
5. Monitor and restock office supplies as needed.
6. Sort and distribute incoming mail and prepare outgoing mail and packages.
7. Ensure safety by wearing proper PPE when walking in the cooler.
8. Arrange loads by sequence and stops to meet customer appointment times.
9. Manifest loads accurately using the computer system for billing and accounting.
10. Conduct daily cooler walks to count, monitor, and correct SAP and CFS inventory.
11. Make necessary adjustments to SAP & CFS after counts; perform snapshots as needed; report discrepancies to management, sales, and production.

Minimum Education

High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience Requirements

2-4 years of related experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Experience

Knowledge of SAP, CFS, and secretarial skills.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

1. Primarily sedentary work with occasional movement within offices or buildings.
2. May need to move light equipment or supplies.
3. Access to files, supplies, and equipment necessary.
4. Work environment includes office settings and plant environments with exposure to moisture, temperature variations, noise, and chemicals. Must wear safety equipment as required.
5. Requires lifting and off-stacking boxes weighing 40-60 lbs.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.