Production Office Assistant

An independent, family owned business in Philadelphia, I. Rice & Co. has been making quality food products and flavors since 1884. With considerable growth and expansion, we are looking for qualified employees to help in a variety of positions. As a food manufacturing plant, I. Rice & Co. offers a diverse range of employment opportunities, from production coordination to warehouse stocking and inventory organization.
Production Office Assistant
This position supports the production and operations teams to ensure proper record keeping and maintenance of production schedules, while adhering to quality systems and standards. This is a full-time position with daytime hours, primarily Monday through Friday; this candidate must be available for early morning hours.
Essential Job and Duties:

• Data entry of production records, including closing batch tickets
• Assistance of weekly and daily production schedules
• Maintains proper documentation of the above
• Creating and printing finished good labels using easy to learn software programs
• Manages periodic physical inventory of labels and perform reconciliation of inventory in database
• Understanding of and implementing lot codes accurately
• Cross reference production dates and lot codes, product names and ingredient panels
• Answering phone calls and taking messages
• Learn the various product lines and functions of each
• Support cross-functional team members in order to meet deadlines
• Assist office and floor supervisors with daily tasks
• Act as a liaison between operations, shipping and supply chain
• Be capable of working in various work settings of the facility including laboratory, office and plant areas
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements
Skills and Expectations:
This individual must have fundamental knowledge of the duties and equipment described above. Training provided as needed.
Key Skills and Specifications are as follows:

• Strong attention to detail
• Must be highly organized as to best manage the changing priorities associated with a fast-paced, team environment
• Must be a self-starter and self-motivated
• Ability to manage time effectively
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a manufacturing facility preferred but not required
• Ability to work in a team, as well as individually, in an environment with changing priorities
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required

• Maintain proper record keeping and perform data entry
• Proficient computer skills, including knowledge of Outlook and Excel
• General understanding of GMPs, HACCP, and Allergen Risk Management is helpful

Education and Experience:
Physical Demands

• Be able to lift 50 pounds
• Be able to withstand long periods of time on one's feet

I. Rice is an equal opportunity employer and derives our staff skills through a diverse and talented workforce. This person will work closely with all departments and persons in our facility and must conduct themselves professionally at all times.
Benefits
Benefits and Compensation

• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Health insurance
• Various supplemental insurance policies available after 90-day introductory period
• Life insurance available after completion of 90-day introductory period
• 401-K retirement plan available after one year of employment
• Option to participate in uniform program
• Annual bonus incentives