General Office Clerk

Reliance, Inc.; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with match

Life and AD&D insurance, disability

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off and holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness incentives and LiveHealth

Employee discount program

Community engagement opportunities

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a General Office Clerk to support daily administrative tasks, answer phones, reconcile invoices, and enter test reports into the system. They must be detail-oriented, organized, and efficient in multitasking.

This role plays a crucial part in maintaining smooth office operations and requires accuracy and timeliness in completing tasks. The General Office Clerk will also receive documents, file and scan paperwork, and assist with AP processing while collaborating with

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; office admin certificates are a plus.
• Proven experience in office administration or similar roles.
• Proficient data entry with accuracy and speed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Familiar with scanners, printers, and telephone systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming phone calls and provide courteous assistance.
• Reconcile invoices and financial documents with precision.
• Receive, sort, and distribute documents with proper filing.
• Scan and digitize paperwork for electronic storage.
• Enter test reports and related information accurately in the system.
• Assist with general office tasks including photocopying and faxing.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth office operations.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary

General Office Clerk
Department: General Office
Reports To: Office Manager / Office Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Company Summary

EMJ is a leading supplier of Steel and Aluminum Bar, Tubing, and Plate to manufacturing companies in North America and around the world. Our broad network of facilities, superior inventories, extensive value-added processing capabilities, and world-class technology enables EMJ to provide unsurpassed service to our customers.

Job Summary

The General Office Clerk is responsible for answering phones, reconciling material values, receiving and scanning documents, entering material test reports into the system, and preparing accounts payable invoices for processing. They must be detail-oriented, organized, and efficient in multitasking. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining smooth office operations and requires accuracy and timeliness in completing tasks.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with affordable employee contribution rates.
• 401(k) plan with company match up to 4%.
• Life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including counseling, legal, and financial support.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Wellness incentives and access to LiveHealth Online.
• Employee discount program with over 30,000 deals.
• Community engagement and volunteer opportunities.

Physical Requirements

Walk(Move, Traverse), Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl( Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), Reaching

Function in the Job

Sedentary Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Job Function

Essential Job Duties

• Answer incoming phone calls and provide courteous and helpful assistance to callers.
• Reconcile invoices and financial documents with precision and attention to detail.
• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming documents, ensuring proper filing and timely delivery.
• Scan and digitize paperwork, creating electronic copies for efficient storage and retrieval.
• Enter test reports and other relevant information into the system accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with general office tasks, including photocopying, faxing, and maintaining office supplies.
• Collaborate with colleagues and support team members as needed to ensure efficient office operations.

Required Skills

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; additional vocational training or certifications in office administration is a plus.
• Proven experience in office administration or a similar role.
• Proficiency in data entry, with keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Familiarity with office equipment, including scanners, printers, and telephone systems.
• Proficiency in using computer software and applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $21.65/Hr. - USD $21.65/Hr. depending on experience, qualifications, and location.

EEO Statement

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN