Administrative Assistant (Shipping) Job in Berkshire County

Salary:  $18/hr - $23/hr

Schedule:  Mon-Fri. 7a-3p or 8a-4p (flexible)

Temp to hire

Our client is seeking a responsible Administrative/Scheduling Assistant to perform various administrative and clerical tasks. The duties of the Administrative Assistant include working directly with the Production and Inventory Planning Manager, assisting in daily tasks, and providing customer service. The ideal candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to organize their work using tools like MS Excel and office equipment. They must be reliable and would like to grow in our company.

Responsibilities:

• Answer and direct phone calls related to customer orders and shipping.
• Write and distribute emails and forms.
• Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports.
• Develop and maintain a filing system.
• Data entry
• Act as the point of contact for internal and external clients
• Process orders.
• Schedule Shipping and Receiving through shipping logistics vendors.

Skills:

• Proven experience as an administrative assistant or office assistant
• Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
• Critical thinking
• Working knowledge of office equipment, like printers and fax machines
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
• High School degree: additional qualification will be a plus.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)