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Interested in joining the Pearson’s team? See our current available positions and fill out or download our employment application below. If using a downloaded form, please email your completed application to HR@pearsonscandy.com. One of our representatives will reach out to you if we have a position that matches your qualifications. Thank you for your interest in Pearson’s!

Interested in joining the Pearson’s team? See our current available positions and fill out or download our employment application below. If using a downloaded form, please email your completed application to HR@pearsonscandy.com. One of our representatives will reach out to you if we have a position that matches your qualifications. Thank you for your interest in Pearson’s!

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JOB TITLE:  Accounts Payable Clerk

DEPARTMENT:  Accounting

REPORTING FUNCTION:  CFO

Pearson’s Candy is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to complete full cycle payable function.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Receives and verifies expense reports; reconciles expense and other financial reports with account balances and other office records
  • Facilitates payment of vendors, which may include verification of federal ID numbers, reviewing purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies
  • Ensures outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identifies discount opportunities, and issues purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed
  • Assists with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions
  • Records entry of, verifies documentation for, and distributes petty cash
  • Calculates and reports sales tax based on paid invoices
  • Other related duties as assigned
  • Perform other duties as assigned or needed

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related programs
  • Must be able to learn a variety of accounting software systems
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to maintain confidential and thorough records

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma required; Business or Accounting degree preferred
  • 3+ years account payable experience required. Manufacturing environment a plus 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Effective interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
  • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
  • Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

JOB TITLE:    Shipping and Receiving Clerk                             

DEPARTMENT:    Shipping and Receiving                                           

REPORTING FUNCTION:  Warehouse Supervisor                                 

BASIC FUNCTION:  

To work together as a team and be responsible to the Warehouse Supervisor. Perform and coordinate activities associated with shipping, receiving, distribution and transportation. Review records pertaining to shipping & receiving. Promoting teamwork, respectful behaviors, collaboration, and communication across the organization.                             

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:                                                                                                                

  • To pull orders from inventory for daily distribution
  • To maintain a clean warehouse and dock
  • To repack damaged product
  • To maintain forklifts ensure batteries are charged and filled with water. One year forklift experience required
  • To receive raw and packaging materials
  • To load and weigh scrap for pick up
  • To ensure production lines are supplied with appropriate materials
  • To ensure Kitchen and Starch departments are supplied daily with raw materials
  • To perform duties requiring standing, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling on a continuous basis throughout the day
  • To wear appropriate protective clothing while performing duties.
  • To comply with all rules and regulations and to continuously practice safety while performing duties
  • Practice and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
  • To perform repetitive lifting of up to 65 pounds
  • To ensure that your work area is clean during the day and at the end of your scheduled shift
  • To develop and maintain positive working relationships as a team with other employees and other departments
  • A commitment to quality assurance to ensure we manufacture quality products for our customers
  • Other duties as assigned

BACKUP COVERAGE In the absence of the Shipping and Receiving Clerk, the Warehouse Supervisor or the Shipping Lead shall be responsible to make provisions to cover for the absence with a qualified associate.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:                                                    

  • Effective communication skills
  • Great attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, hands-on environment
  • Professional appearance and conduct with customers, vendors, and other employees

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:                                                    

  • High school education or equivalent             
  • Experience in a manufacturing facility, preferably in a warehouse                                                    
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Pearson Candy Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by applicable law. All personnel decisions are made without prejudice or discrimination, in accordance with the principles of equal opportunity.

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  1. The information I am presenting in this application is complete, true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification, misrepresentation, or omissions could result in the denial of my application, withdrawal of any offer of employment, or immediate discharge.
  2. I authorize Pearson Candy Company and its representatives to contact my former employers, educational institutions, references, and other relevant third parties to obtain additional information related to the information given by me in this application. I hereby release these references and former employers from all liability for any information that may be given to Pearson Candy Company.
  3. I understand that nothing contained in this employment application or the granting of an interview is intended to create an employment contract between Pearson Candy Company and myself.
  4. I understand that a background check and drug screen will be conducted, and results of the report could preclude me from employment.
  5. If I am offered and accept a position, I understand that I will be required to provide documents to establish my identity and my employment eligibility within three days in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Thank you for your interest in Pearson’s Candy Company

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