ADMINISTRATIVE / CLERICAL / CUSTOMER SERVICE

SALARY - $65 - $85K

BENEFITS - 100% Medical / Dental / Vision, 50% for Dependents, SEP Plan, Vacation Pay

LOCATION - Modesto

Our client, a well established Non Profit AG Organization is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of an experienced Global Technical & Regulatory Affairs Sr. Specialist for this EXCELLENT DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY!!

 AG/Food Processing required! 

This position will assist in the establishment and cultivation of key government relationships in conjunction with the ongoing identification and monitoring of global technical/regulatory issues; to oversee the development of position statements and market information; to work with staff, regulators and industry on a global level in resolving import issues and other market access situations; to contribute to the development of mitigation strategies and evaluation of trade/technical issues; and to perform related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

• Coordinates the planning and organization of Technical/Regulatory Affairs Committee meetings, including preparation of materials, agenda development and presentation;
• Prepares or assists in preparation of variety of studies, backgrounders, reports, market profiles and industry advisories related to current trade/import and technical/regulatory affairs including mitigation of trade issues for industry and government use; prepares and maintains written reports, records and correspondence;
• In conjunction with the VP directs and supports work of consultants in management of pesticide issues; coordinates the development of responses to USDA/FAS and other government agencies on trade/market access issues;
• Evaluates and analyzes import/export data, preparing summaries of trends;
• Establishes and maintains relationships with federal, state and international government authorities; particularly related to returning consignments, serving as a bridge between government and the industry;
• Monitors and maintains country issue profiles, including on-going sanitary/phytosanitary (SPS) and Technical barriers to trade (TBT) issues;
• Represents industry in selected professional and governmental consultations;
• Provides input into strategy development for addressing trade barriers and market access issues;
• Oversees European rapid alert notifications and follow up with US industry including responses to EU Commission and US government authorities; oversees other trade/technical activities including the development and management of relationships with EU authorities; knowledgeable of Commission and Member State authorities, port officials and relevant trade organizations (e.g. FRUCOM, Waren Verein, etc.);
• Works on preparing and presenting briefs for regulators, outlining and educating them on industry practices with the objective of helping to mitigate problems or to find mutually acceptable solutions;
• Oversees work with consultants and technical experts in monitoring export issues;
• Coordinates technical seminars and briefings both in the US and in conjunction with global Trade Servicing programs;
• Serves as liaison with global industry members and key international alliances in support of trade stewardship initiatives;

QUALIFICATIONS:

• International laws, regulations and global trade agreements;
• Governing bodies and regulatory officials responsible for regulations and agreements;
• Excellent knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation, and accepted elements of writing styles.
• Analyzing technical issues, evaluating alternatives, and thinking strategically about potential courses of action;
• Communicating technical subjects to diverse audiences;
• Preparing background materials and reports; ability to develop concise summaries of technical/trade related subjects;
• Working with statistical data and Excel spreadsheets;
• Researching export/import issues using multiple databases and web-based information sources;
• Overseeing work of consultants and other technical experts;
• Managing and coordinating multiple projects and responding to urgent situations;
• Preparing and presenting complex issues and technical/global trade information both orally and in writing;
• Building consensus across diverse stakeholder audiences and interests.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid passport for international travel.
• May be required to attend meetings and participate in work-related activities outside of normal working hours.
• Travel in the U.S. and internationally.
• Fluency in a pertinent second language is desired.
• A MA/MS degree in government, political economics, regulatory affairs or a closely related field, and a minimum 3-5 years of related professional experience preferred.

Salary: $18.00 - $20/21.00 Per Hour DOE

Benefits: Vacation and SEP-IRA - Medical Benefits are negotiable

Location: Modesto

Our well established client in the Financial Industry is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of a motivated, high-energy Executive Assistant who is a self-starter to support a Senior Executive for this IMMEDIATE DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY. The right person will possess the proven talent to organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple projects with attention to detail.
 

Licensing is a PLUS but NOT REQUIRED. This is an Excellent opportunity for individual seeking to establish and dedicate themselves in this type of industry. This is NOT a sales position, however, in order to provide support and conduct business in a support capacity, it is helpful for the Executive Assistant to obtain Life Insurance License and/or to eventually obtain a Securities License. While this is not required, this employer will compensate for anyone interested in obtaining licensing.
 

REQUIRES:
o Minimum of 3 years experience at Executive Assistant level.
o Ability to serve as right hand and provide Executive support, and willingness to work in a small office.
o Self starter, highly organized, detail-oriented and reliable.
o Advanced skill level in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook), and Internet research.
o Professional demeanor and well developed verbal and written communication skills required to provide interaction with clients and other industry professionals.
o Able to handle multiple projects concurrently and provide administrative sales support and service.
o Opportunity to complete a Series 6 & 63 license available if desired.
 

Compensation starts between $18.00-24.00/hr DOE with opportunity for increases.
Company will compensate for education/licensing.
 

MUST be willing to submit to an extensive Background Screening.

$18.50-21.00 Per Hour
Stanislaus County
Excellent Benefits!!

Summary:
IMMEDIATE  Full Time DIRECT HIRE Career opportunity with our well established  manufacturing client in Stanislaus County seeking experienced Customer  Service Specialist. Requires Bilingual capabilities in French-English.

Use your excellent communications, outgoing personality, customer service skills and excellent data entry skills.
Also requires heavy phone work, strong written and verbal skills, strong attention to detail.
Experience working in order processing / inside sales related type positions preferred.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word.

Must be willing to submit to a background and drug screening.

MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE:
Bilingual / Fluent - French, English a MUST!
Excellent  communications, outgoing personality, heavy customer service, heavy  outbound calls / order processing / insides sales type experience a MUST  as stated above in order to apply and be considered.

SALARY - $15.00-19.00/HR

BENEFITS - Excellent Benefits

LOCATION - Modesto

Our well established Manufacturing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search an experienced Inside Sales Rep for this Full-Time Career position.

BILINGUAL SPANISH - Read, Write and Speak - IS A PLUS!!

Job/Role Description

Proactively develops new prospects and interacts with existing customers primarily by phone and email to increase sales on aftermarket parts and services.

Specific Duties:

• Solicits for new business via telephone, networking, and other lead sources.
• Close sales and achieve quotas.
• Assist in the forecasting process.
• Source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow‐up and outbound cold‐calls and emails.
• This position will also maintain strong working business relationships with customers and will work closely with the Outside Sales Team.
• Develop and manage executive customer relationships and work within multiple levels of the organization to articulate and convey the business value of the products and services.
• Research existing and new accounts, identify key players and generate interest in the company's products.
• Maintain and expand database of prospects within your assigned territory
• Route qualified opportunities to the appropriate sales executive for further development and closure.
• Performs order entry and order processing functions in M2M software.
• Assist with outside sales and set up onsite sales calls.

General Duties:

• Execute role within established processes.
• Provides additional territory coverage when needed.
• Maintain a working knowledge of all products and services.
• Operates with highly integrity, maintaining positive relations with co‐workers and customers.
• Performs a variety of general office duties including typing, data entry, duplicating materials, filing, telephone answering, and other tasks as required.

Qualifications

• BILINGUAL SPANISH - Read, Write and Speak - IS A PLUS!!
• At least one year phone/sales experience.
• Must possess desire to make phone calls to prospects and customers
• Excellent communication, negotiation and closing skills.
• Experience in capital equipment and aftermarket parts sales is a plus.
• Ability to convey value and benefits to clients.
• Able to build rapport with clients.
• Excellent phone and communication skills.
• Computer literate: spreadsheets, database, flowcharting, and word processing is required.
• Ability to use standard office equipment such as calculator, fax, copier, etc. is preferred.

PAY IS $17.00/HR TO START

Pay - $17.50 for Bilingual Spanish
Excellent Benefits!!
Location - Stanislaus County (Modesto, Ceres, Turlock, Patterson, Riverbank, Oakdale)

Job Summary

Use  your excellent communications and people skills for our very well  established Manufacturing Client with an Excellent reputation in their  industry who is PARTNERING with us in search of an experienced Customer  Service Representative for this IMMEDIATE DIRECT HIRE OPPORTUNITY!! 

EXPERIENCE - MUST have the following experience:
Experience with HEAVY in/outbound calls/phones.
Experience with documentation, and may do some data entry.
HEAVY Customer Service to include problem resolution and follow up.
Requires a stable work history.
Requires excellent communications, outgoing personality, with the ability to engage in conversation with customers.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to work as a team.

SKILLS:
BILINGUAL SPANISH A PLUS!
Able to handle HEAVY in/outbound calls
Excellent written and documentation skills
Accurate Data Entry
Microsoft Word
Experience with Excel a plus

Requirements

MUST have work experience with HEAVY in/outbound phones, HEAVY Customer Service and the skills as described above.

SALARY - $15/HR

BENEFITS - Excellent Benefits

LOCATION - Tracy

Our well established client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of an experienced Office Assistant for their Tracy Office for this Full-Time Career Opportunity. The Office Assistant position is part of the administrative team and will assist in daily tasks and projects. This individual will work closely with and under the supervision of the Site-Coordinator and Corporate Office. 

This position will act in a support capacity in a variety of areas and a variety of duties to include:

• Clerical/Administration
• Accounts Payable/Receivable
• Payroll 
• Billing 
• Purchasing
• Human Resources

Requires skills in the following areas:

• Strong Admin experience and support
• Strong Word and Excel
• Data Entry
• 10 Key
• Excellent communications
• Detail oriented and well organized
• Able to handle confidentiality

SALARY - $15.00-16.00/hr

BENEFITS - Benefits Offered

LOCATION - Linden, CA

HOURS - Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, however Overtime required during Season to INCLUDE WEEKENDS as needed (Approx August thru Nov/Dec)!! 

Our growing AG/Food Processing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of an experienced Plant Logistics candidate for this IMMEDIATE opening.

SUMMARY

Detail oriented person with outstanding organizational & communication skills and capable of multi-tasking who will be working closely with the operations in addition to logistics.  Perform the process of organizing and providing plant wide logistics for outgoing shipments. Responsible for communicating with both production and logistics coordinators to schedule plant logistics transactions, ensure documentation and shipments are correct.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Including but not limited to the following;

• Initiate plant logistics process from booking information.
• Align production schedule with, logistics and shipping schedules.
• Check and Inform Logistics Coordinator about the revisions on “Expected Packing Date” made by Production Department.
• Check label information and provide this information to the Production Department. 
• Check contract information and compare this information with the System Description (SAP SKU).
• Check quality results and compare this information with the contract requirements.
• Coordinate trucking requests and prepare Phytosanitary drafts in accordance with the LRD and production plan.
• Coordinate VASP and COA processes when needed and file resulting documents to the Logistics Coordinator.
• Make system updates in a timely manner. 
• Ensure all customer demand is fulfilled in a timely manner to meet on time delivery expectations.
• Oversee and provide direction to all warehousing and shipping personnel regarding daily shipments, day to day activities, and workload planning.
• Ensure all shipments are conducted appropriately regarding SAP documentation and all delivery documents are created accurately to ensure inventory remains accurate.
• Organize employees to load and ship efficiently while minimizing mistakes.
• Perform routine cycle counts, physical inventories and reconcile discrepancies about packed products.
• Generate and prepare other necessary documentation for domestic and international shipments of foodstuffs.
• File all logistics documentation including but not limited to Trucking B/L, Weight Certificate, Dispatch Report, Pictures to the Logistics Coordinators.
• Meet other deadlines and cutoffs dates for shipments.
• Identify and regulate areas of cost to insure minimal charges are incurred.
• Function as back up to logistics coordinator when needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• At least two years’ experience in a logistics related field
• Experience in customer service and shipping
• Working knowledge of ERP systems a plus
• Microsoft Office suite knowledge with in depth data analysis capabilities.
• Accurate data entry
• Ability to resolve inventory discrepancies
• Strong communication skills including both written and verbal
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented, yet able to keep the “big picture” in mind
• Strong proof-reading skills
• Be able to perform well under pressure
• Ability to solve problems, and follow up on issues, coordinate with the proper departments to ensure shipments and documents are delivered as promised
• Ability to successfully work both individually and cohesively in a teamin      
• Minimum high school diploma or GED, 2-year college degree a plus but not required

SALARY - $12.00-14.00/hr

BENEFITS - Benefits Offered

LOCATION - Ripon & Linden

HOURS - Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, however Overtime required during Season to INCLUDE WEEKENDS as needed (Approx August thru Nov/Dec)!!

Our growing AG/Food Processing client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of an experienced Scale House Coordinator for this IMMEDIATE FULL TIME CAREER OPPORTUNITY.

BILINGUAL SPANISH IS A MUST!

Duties: 

• Weigh all in-bound and out-bound loads.
• Verify the weight certs are properly filled out and discrepancies are corrected.
• Contact County to schedule inspections
• Keep accurate records of loads and make arrangements with truckers for load pick-up
• Collect and organize all the necessary documents to be sent to Accounting, Grower Relations, Logistics, etc.
• Verify documents are correct and corresponding billing of lading, weight certificates and other documents are present.
• Scan the documents to appropriate folders on the server and keep accurate records of inventory.
• Collect samples from product samplers and file them accordingly and ensure enough samples are collected for USDA and DFA
• Contact Logistics and Purchasing on all the incoming loads

Qualifications

• Must have strong computer skills - ERP familiarity: SAP, JD Edwards, etc. a plus!
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems; e.g. weight discrepancies.
• Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong data entry skills.
• Excellent communications and customer service skills.

SALARY - $12.00 -14.00/HR

LOCATION: Ripon & Linden, CA

BENEFITS: Benefits Available after 90 days or if Hired onto Client's payroll.

Our growing Food Processing / AG Client is PARTNERING with STAFFING PARTNERS in search of an experienced Incoming Documentation Coordinator for this IMMEDIATE TEMPORARY NEED, who will manage incoming process documentation during the receiving season.  Season runs from September through November/December. Depending on experience and other openings that may arise, there is a possibility of the position becoming Temp to Hire.

HOURS: 

• M-F, 6:am to 3:pm, however Overtime as need so hours could be as late as 5:pm. 
• Also, weekends if needed during Season

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Weigh Incoming and Outgoing trucks.
• Collect and File appropriate incoming documents and send them to Grower Account Manager.
• Inform Grower Representatives and Grower Accounts Manager about the missing Purchase Order information.
• Enter receiving information to in SAP in a timely manner.
• Compare Growers’ and weight certificates. 
• Communicate with Grower Representatives and Grower Accounts Manager with receiving weight discrepancies.
• Check Grower or Huller documents based on product details.
• Communicate with Grower Representatives and Grower Accounts Manager about any receiving information discrepancies 
• Create inventory tags and make sure every bin and hopper have tags on them. 
• Be responsible for providing inventory documents before the product being processed.
• Enter receiving information and upload related documents, including incoming QC data. 
• Coordinate unloading process, including but not limited to getting, providing samples to Incoming QC team, coordinating yard goat drivers, receiving and pit employees,  
• Be responsible for providing daily available bin and hopper inventory.
• Check for any incoming loads daily.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• HS Diploma or Equivalent.
• Preferred experience but not required in AG or Food Processing industry.  
• Experience in incoming documentation or scale house position.
• Experience or Education in process management a plus.
• Windows, Microsoft Excel & Word knowledge
• Experience or exposure to SAP, Smartsheet or other Business Management software. 
• Excellent communication skills.  
• Bilingual Spanish preferred but not a must.
• Flexibility to work long hours during the receiving season. 

SALARY - $13/Hr

LOCATION: Modesto

BENEFITS: Benefits Available

Our Long Time Manufacturing Client is PARTNERING with us in search of a CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST for an IMMEDIATE opening for an indefinite long-term temporary position.
 

• Most of the day, the position requires heavy phone work.
• Performing accurate data entry.
• Research on the internet.
• Must have strong Customer Service, Friendly Outgoing Personality and Excellent Communications.
• Ability to efficiently gather key information in very brief phone calls.
• Have strong attention to detail.
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.
• Any Bilingual capabilities a plus – not a must.
 

Must be willing to submit to a Background and Drug Screening.