Job Description
The Operations Assistant performs a combination of clerical duties that require knowledge and application of various work methods and procedures.
The Operations Assistant performs a combination of clerical duties that require knowledge and application of various work methods and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Type or enter information into the computer to prepare correspondence.
- Other duties and projects, as assigned.
- Work in a team setting to accomplish departmental goals.
- Maintain a positive attitude in a highly intense environment.
- Operate various office machines.
- Conduct limited research.
- Adjust complaints.
- Count, weigh, check, analyze, measure and/or classify material.
- Transfer information from reports, code numerically and post to prepared code sheet, ledger or journal.
- Tabulate and post data in record books.
- Proofread records or forms, sort and file records and index records and information.
- Stamp or number forms by hand or machine and photocopy documents.
- Answer telephones, convey messages and run errands.
- Open and route incoming mail, answer correspondence and prepare outgoing mail.
- Prepare envelops and packages for mailing.
- Receive and issues receipts for payments on licenses, permits, certificates, bonds, service, etc.
- Issue licenses, permits, certificates, writs, or other legal documents and/or titles.
- Prepare, issue and send out receipts, bills, policies, invoices, statements and checks.
Requirements
Education:
- High School Diploma / GED or equivalent, required
- Prior experience in the transportation industry, preferred
- Prior typing/data entry and clerical skills, preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to use various office machines
- Decision Making and Critical Thinking
- Initiative
- Managing Multiple Priorities
- Mentoring Others
- Process Management
- Service Center Operation and Maintenance
- Transportation Safety
Other Details
Work Hours:
- Hours will vary based on location.
- This is an hourly position paid weekly.
- Variable compensation is included.
About Us
ABF Freight®, an ArcBest® company, is one of the nation's largest, most trusted less-than-truckload carriers. With over a century of experience, 240 service centers spanning North America, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety and customer service, ABF offers best-in-class LTL transportation for companies of all sizes and industries. We're driven for excellence."