Summary

The Gem Shop, Inc. is looking for a Manufacturing Assistant, for 30-35 hours a week, who is self-motivated, friendly, and enjoys working as part of a team. The function of a Manufacturing Assistant is to assist in fulfillment and shipping orders placed on thegemshop.com, aid in-person wholesale customers, assist the Warehouse Lead in various departmental tasks, and assist in in-house manufacturing and production. The Gem Shop is a family-owned company with a long history of high-quality Rock, Mineral, and Fossil products. If you like working in a supportive environment and you are dedicated to excellence in your professional life, we would love to hear from you. We provide flexible benefits and a fast-paced, enjoyable work environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Collect, ship, and process wholesale, web, and phone orders in an accurate and efficient manner

Deliver world class customer service

Answer, direct calls, and take orders over the phone

Create accurate receipts using QuickBooks

Assist with manufacturing projects

Assist with loading and unloading freight pallets

Assist with warehouse inventory to ensure accuracy

Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organization

Assist with preparation of merchandise for trade shows

Create and Print Shipping labels using appropriate online applications

Qualifications and Skills

18+ years old

2 years retail sales or warehouse experience preferred

High School/GED diploma required

High-energy, friendly personality

Basic addition, subtraction, & multiplication skills

Willingness to become subject matter expert

Detail-oriented

Weekend availability required

Able to work with minimal supervision

Strong written and verbal communication

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Publisher, Outlook, and Excel

Ability to lift 70 pounds

Ability to sit, stand, kneel, twist, crouch, reach with hands and arms, climb, and balance

The Gem Shop is an Equal Opportunity Employer