Operations Assistant, Part-time

ArcBest; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ABF Freight, an ArcBest company, is seeking an Operations Assistant, Casual, to perform clerical duties and support transport operations. The role involves data entry, mail handling, billing, and processing of licenses, receipts and documents.

Responsibilities include answering phones, proofreading records, posting data, and coordinating with team members to meet departmental goals. Prior clerical or data-entry experience is preferred; HS diploma required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Prior typing/data entry and clerical skills preferred.
• Experience in the transportation industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Type or enter information into the computer to prepare correspondence
• Prepare, issue and send out receipts, bills, policies, invoices, statements and checks
• Issue licenses, permits, certificates, writs, or other legal documents and/or titles
• Receive and issue receipts for payments on licenses, permits, certificates, bonds, service, etc
• Prepare envelops and packages for mailing
• Open and route incoming mail, answer correspondence and prepare outgoing mail
• Answer telephones, convey messages and run errands
• Stamp or number forms by hand or machine and photocopy documents
• Proofread records or forms, sort and file records and index records and information
• Tabulate and post data in record books
• Transfer information from reports, code numerically and post to prepared code sheet, ledger or journal
• Count, weigh, check, analyze, measure and/or classify material
• Adjust complaints
• Conduct limited research
• Operate various office machines
• Maintain a positive attitude in a highly intense environment
• Work in a team setting to accomplish departmental goals
• Other duties and projects, as assigned

Skills

Typing / data entry

Clerical skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Office machines

Job description

Job Description

The Operations Assistant, Casual performs a combination of clerical duties that require knowledge and application of various work methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Type or enter information into the computer to prepare correspondence
• Prepare, issue and send out receipts, bills, policies, invoices, statements and checks
• Issue licenses, permits, certificates, writs, or other legal documents and/or titles
• Receive and issues receipts for payments on licenses, permits, certificates, bonds, service, etc
• Prepare envelops and packages for mailing
• Open and route incoming mail, answer correspondence and prepare outgoing mail
• Answer telephones, convey messages and run errands
• Stamp or number forms by hand or machine and photocopy documents
• Proofread records or forms, sort and file records and index records and information
• Tabulate and post data in record books
• Transfer information from reports, code numerically and post to prepared code sheet, ledger or journal
• Count, weigh, check, analyze, measure and/or classify material
• Adjust complaints
• Conduct limited research
• Operate various office machines
• Maintain a positive attitude in a highly intense environment
• Work in a team setting to accomplish departmental goals
• Other duties and projects, as assigned

Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Prior experience in the transportation industry, preferred
• Prior typing/data entry and clerical skills, preferred

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to use various office machines.

Additional Requirements

• Shift days and hours required for this position vary by location and may include days, nights, and/or weekends. Being able to work the required hours at this location will be considered a minimum requirement.

Competencies

• Decision Making and Critical Thinking
• Initiative
• Managing Multiple Priorities
• Mentoring Others
• Process Management
• Service Center Operation and Maintenance
• Transportation Safety

Other Details

Work Hours

• Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

Travel Requirements

• Minimal (0%-25%)

Compensation

• This is a hourly position paid weekly.

About Us

ABF Freight®, an ArcBest® company, is one of the nation's largest, most trusted less-than-truckload carriers. With over a century of experience, 240 service centers spanning North America, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety and customer service, ABF offers best-in-class LTL transportation for companies of all sizes and industries. We're driven for excellence.