Counter Sales & Warehouse Assistant (GPE) at Hog Slat

Flora, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer service, Inventory management, Forklift operation, Mechanical aptitude, Cash handling, Microsoft Office, Hog farming industry knowledge, Parts and equipment knowledge, Communication, Retail sales

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Counter Sales & Warehouse Assistant Hog Slat, Inc., is seeking a Counter Sales/Warehouse Assistant to join the team at our Flora, IN location. As a Counter Sales/Warehouse Assistant, your primary responsibilities will include effectively communicating features and benefits of products in the Hog Slat store to customers and assisting customers in choosing the equipment that will best serve their needs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other functions may be assigned as business conditions change. * Work with Hog Slat retail customers, both in-store and over the phone, to understand their needs * Recommend to customers the best parts & equipment available at Hog Slat with which their needs can be addressed * Educate customers on new products and special promotions as well as promote Hog Slat and Grower Select products * Properly operate office equipment, handle cash transactions, and efficiently utilize computer operating systems * Assist with inventory management including unloading the stock truck with a forklift, shelving product, and performing cycle counts * Join the rest of the store team members in the tasks required to maintain a clean and orderly store * Arrive at the store on-time and ready to work for all scheduled store hours * Take advantage of training opportunities offered by Hog Slat and by our vendors * Continually upgrade industry knowledge * Occasionally make deliveries to customer’s farms SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: The best candidates for the Counter Sales and Warehouse Assistant position at Hog Slat will have all of the following previous experiences. In the event that we do not find qualified candidates with experience in both Hog equipment and customer service, we will consider those with one or the other along with a combination of the other competencies listed below. * Ideal candidate will have knowledge of the hog farming industry * Knowledge of parts and equipment used in modern hog operations is strongly preferred * Previous customer service experience is strongly preferred * Qualified candidates will be able to demonstrate a mechanical aptitude * Must be able to lift and move 50 lbs. * Must be willing and able to obtain fork lift certification and use a fork lift regularly * Understanding of the use of E-Mail and Microsoft Office products in daily tasks * Ability to quickly learn inventory management software * Must possess a valid driver's license * Satisfactory driving record * PREFER at least 1 year working in a modern hog farming operation * Familiarity with the local poultry industry and the poultry producers in the area will be considered a plus Hog Slat Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age disability, veteran status or any other reason prohibited under Federal State or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.

Responsibilities

The Counter Sales & Warehouse Assistant will manage retail customer interactions, provide product recommendations, and educate customers on equipment. Additionally, the role involves inventory management, warehouse organization, and occasional product deliveries to customer farms.