Office Clerk

Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. is seeking an Office Clerk in O'Fallon, IL. The role involves data entry, mail handling, filing, and general administrative tasks in a busy office environment. A high school diploma and basic computer/database experience are preferred.

Excellent phone etiquette and strong organizational skills are essential. Typical hours are 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM with some flexibility. The position is full-time, non-union, hourly, with benefits and opportunities for growth within Prairie

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience using database applications preferred.
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills.
• Proficient typing speed and accuracy.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the office space.
• Prepare mail and related paperwork.
• Sort and file documents and records.
• Handle other administrative projects as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Typing

Database applications

Phone etiquette

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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OFFICE/MGMT Full Time Clerical ESJ - O'Fallon, O'Fallon, IL, US

Salary Range: $18.00 To $24.00 Hourly

(Non-Union / Hourly)

Department:OfficeReports To:Office Manager Location:[Insert Location]FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

Pay Range + other compensation components:$xx.xx - $xx.xx/h.our

Standard Hours:7:30 AM - 4:30 PM (subject to management’s discretion) and some work outside of these time frames.

Position Overview

The Office Clerk shall be responsible for, but not limited to the following: Writes, types, or enters information into computer, using keyboard, to prepare correspondence, bills, statements, receipts, checks, other documents, copying information from one record to another. Proofreads records or forms. Counts, weigh, or measures materials. Sorts and files records. Addresses envelopes or packages. Stuffs envelopes by hand. Answers telephone, conveys messages, and runs errands.

Stamps, sorts, and distributes the mail. Stamps or numbers forms by hand or machine.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the office space.
• Preparing mail.
• Sorting and filing of paperwork.
• Other administrative projects and duties assigned
• High school diploma or equivalent. The following is preferred:
• Previous experience in using database applications.
• Ability to have good phone etiquette.

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Required Skills/Abilities:

• Microsoft Office Experience.
• Proficient in typing.
• Previous experience in using database applications.
• Ability to have good phone etiquette.

Required Soft Skills:

• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Coachable and willing to learn.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Flexible time management.
• Strong sense of urgency.

Competency

• Must be able to read and write English and perform basic math calculations.
• Effective time management skills to achieve results through prioritizing demands.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills and effective decision-making skills.
• Strong attention-to-detail and organizational skills.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in essential tasks and a willingness to learn.

WorkingConditions

• (S)he will be required to sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Will be required to lift and move large amounts of paperwork (boxes of files).
• Will be required to stoop, bend, and reach above the head and below the knees to file and retrieve data.

About Prairie Farms - “Farmer Owned. Locally Produced. Since 1938.”

We are a farmer-owned cooperative. This means we are owned and operated by over 500+ farm families who are critical members of society. They have selflessly taken on the tremendous task of producing nutritious, high-quality milk for a growing population, which requires being on the job 24/7, 365 days a year.

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We have represented American agriculture since our founding in 1938. Many of our dairy farms are operated by several generations of family members with roots dating back to the 1800s. On average, each farm milks around 120 cows and everyone pitches in to keep them happy and healthy - which means around-the-clock care!

Our Mission:

• To produce dairy products of the highest quality
• To conduct our business with professional integrity
• To exceed expectations of our customers and consumers
• To support our communities in a positive, sustainable manner
• To deliver exceptional patronage to our network of farm families
• To simply “do right” for our farm families, employees, and communities

EEOStatement

Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.