Receiving Clerk

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin? Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI?S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to Fun Served Here .

POSITION SUMMARY:  

• Assist with the receiving logistics functions of the Shipping/Receiving Department.  
• Comply with district audits following SQF, FDA & SOP requirements. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Process procedures related to the Receiving function of the Operations Department: 

• Schedule receiving appointments and follow-up with suppliers that haven?t scheduled appointments. 

• Check in delivery drivers and verify deliveries before being unloaded. 

• Review receiving documents after deliveries & receive in inventory system timely. 

• Process MB freight purchase orders for shipping and receiving department. 

• Assist with documents, deliveries, and coordination of product flow in receiving warehouse. 

• Verifying Certificate of Analysis with receiving documents and follow-up with suppliers that have not provided certificates. 

• Primary between purchasing agents for expected receipts. 

• Maintain detention log and all other tools related to department performance metrics. Create new tracking tools as needed. 

• Maintain electronic files of all paperwork from products received. 

• Work closely with accounting department to correct and/or receive purchase orders. 

• Notify personnel when small packages arrive-.i.e. UPS, FedEx etc. 

• Acknowledge and follow safety practices that are set forth by EHS Mgr. 

• Follow GMP?s (good manufacturing practices), i.e. help keep warehouse clean and organized. 

• Help with receiving inspections and labeling while product is on the dock. 

• Adhere to all environmental, health and safety requirements and procedures. 

• Responsible for food safety and quality. 

• Other tasks as assigned. 

• Inventory: 

• Assist with primary counting and/or re-counting and report results to Inventory Cycle Counter. 

• Participate in all quarterly, semi-annual and fiscal year end counting weekends. 

• Reconcile known inventory errors. 

• Act as backup for inventory count sheets. 

• Process inventory data. 

• Communicate with department teams regarding any further issues, discrepancies, etc. 

• Re-post all adjusted items. 

COMPETENCIES:  

To perform this job successfully, the Receiving Clerk must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  

• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting.   

• Critical thinking and problem solving skills  

• Ability to manage projects and tasks independently. 

• Communication skills. 

• Passion and alignment with Company mission, vision, values, and operating principles. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  

• High School Diploma or equivalent and at least two years working in an office setting in a manufacturing environment preferred. 

• Proficient computer skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and JD Edwards. 

• Demonstrated experience working with contract manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors. 

• Regular and reliable attendance. 

Additional Information: 

Cycle Counter will serve as back-up for the Receiving Clerk 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 

• N/A 

Disclaimer: This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.