Office Assistant

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Balchem Corporation develops, manufactures and markets specialty ingredients that improve and enhance the health and well-being of life on the planet, providing state-of-the-art solutions and the finest quality products for a range of industries worldwide. Our corporate headquarters is located in New Hampton, New York, (Hudson Valley area) and we have a broad network of sales offices, manufacturing sites, and R&D centers, primarily located in the US and Europe. Founded in 1967, Balchem is a publicly traded company (NASDAQ – “BCPC”) with annual revenues over $640 million and a market cap exceeding $3.0 billion. The company consists of three business segments: Human Nutrition & Health; Animal Nutrition & Health; and Specialty Products. Balchem employs over 1,400 people worldwide who are engaged in diverse activities, committed to developing the company into global market leadership positions. To learn more about our dynamic, stable and growing company, visit

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assist plant manager in production, inventory, and receptionist/office duties as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinate company and contract manufacturing processes
• Assemble batch product records
• Perform inventory procedures in a manufacturing environment (raw materials, work in progress, and finished goods)
• Enter inventory data into the computer, using purchase orders, receiving records, and production sheets.
• Assist with end of month inventory, checking finished products and helping reconcile any inventory discrepancies.
• Purchase packaging and office supplies
• Coordinate outbound shipments of product
• Notify warehouse of shipments needing immediate attention, special packaging or relabeling requirements necessary for shipment
• Answer and direct incoming calls and greet visitors
• Complete accident reports (First Report of Injury, OSHA Log), file and follow-up with appropriate agencies
• Responsible for self-involvement, team involvement and execution of tasks relative to achieving annual departmental goals.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• 1 to 2 years production and inventory experience
• Lean or Six Sigma training is a plus
• Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.: Microsoft Word, Excel

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Plant/manufacturing environment