Transportation Admin - PartTime - Evenings - Remote id-1168

We are seeking an Administrative Assistant (Transportation) to join our team! You will perform clerical and administrative functions in order to drive company success.

United Fruit and Produce is a wholesale produce distributor servicing clients all over the Midwest. Throughout our operation, we work as one team to ensure we are delivering the highest quality products and satisfaction to consumers. Our rapidly growing operation has been in business for over 100 years in St. Louis, Missouri, and we look forward to continuing this tradition for many years to come.

Job title: Administrative Assistant (Transportation)

Reports to: Transportation Director

Summary/objective: This position works as a team player to ensure all orders are loaded, tracked and documented in a timely and accurate manner. Tasks will vary dependent upon need, and willingness to be flexible and adapt is necessary.

Essential functions: Administrative Assistants are responsible for carrying out the day-to-day duties of processing orders, tracking, and ensuring all loads and updates are complete and accurate. Administrators also communicate regularly with the buyers and sellers, drivers, and their team.

Competency: Basic math skills, communication skills, and attention to detail are critical to the success of this role.

Physical demands: Must be able to sit for long periods of time, and at times bend, twist, and lift up to 15lbs.

Position type and expected hours of work: This position is full time and will generally work Monday-Friday, 4:00pm - 9:00pm, with weekend availability required.

Required education and experience: No education is required, but administrative assistant experience is necessary. Qualified candidates must also have basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft applications including Excel and Outlook.

Preferred education and experience: Fluent in written and spoken Spanish and English is preferred, but not required.

Other Duties: United Fruit and Produce values hard work and recognizes teamwork as an essential component to meeting our customers’ needs. Please note that duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• St. Louis, MO 63102: Relocate before starting work (Required)