Counter Sales & Warehouse Assistant (GPE)

Hog Slat • Flora, IN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Hog Slat, Inc., is seeking a Counter Sales/Warehouse Assistant  to join the team at our Flora, IN location. As a Counter Sales/Warehouse Assistant, your primary responsibilities will include effectively communicating features and benefits of products in the Hog Slat store to customers and assisting customers in choosing the equipment that will best serve their needs.

Requirements

• Ideal candidate will have knowledge of the hog farming industry
• Knowledge of parts and equipment used in modern hog operations is strongly preferred
• Previous customer service experience is strongly preferred
• Qualified candidates will be able to demonstrate a mechanical aptitude
• Must be able to lift and move 50 lbs.
• Must be willing and able to obtain fork lift certification and use a fork lift regularly
• Understanding of the use of E-Mail and Microsoft Office products in daily tasks
• Ability to quickly learn inventory management software
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Satisfactory driving record

Nice To Haves

• PREFER at least 1 year working in a modern hog farming operation
• Familiarity with the local poultry industry and the poultry producers in the area will be considered a plus

Responsibilities

• Work with Hog Slat retail customers, both in-store and over the phone, to understand their needs
• Recommend to customers the best parts & equipment available at Hog Slat with which their needs can be addressed
• Educate customers on new products and special promotions as well as promote Hog Slat and Grower Select products
• Properly operate office equipment, handle cash transactions, and efficiently utilize computer operating systems
• Assist with inventory management including unloading the stock truck with a forklift, shelving product, and performing cycle counts
• Join the rest of the store team members in the tasks required to maintain a clean and orderly store
• Arrive at the store on-time and ready to work for all scheduled store hours
• Take advantage of training opportunities offered by Hog Slat and by our vendors
• Continually upgrade industry knowledge
• Occasionally make deliveries to customer’s farms

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees