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NORTHAMPTON PLEASE SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION Full-time. Requires open availability, including evenings and weekends. Purpose: The Receiver is responsible for receiving all products delivered to the store and for making sure they get to their respective departments promptly. This includes checking trucks and products for proper temperature and intact packaging, maintaining required logs, and processing product return. They maintain our receiving area, keeping it organized, safe, and clean. They ensure accountability for receiving paperwork and security of inventory and enter information about the product received into our Point of Sale and accounting systems. Qualifications ESSENTIAL Friendly, motivated, self-driven, and willing to go the extra mile and make a memorable experience for both internal and external Co-op customers. Comfort and experience entering data into computer programs excellent attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to perform simple arithmetic. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously while working within a deadline. Sense of urgency. Experience and comfort with moving heavy objects using both a manual jack and a powered industrial truck safely. Demonstrated ability to work with customers and co-workers from various cultural backgrounds. Ability to listen well, give clear instructions, and present a clear speaking voice on the telephone and in person. The ability to work productively and independently. Regular, predictable attendance. FUNCTIONAL Ability to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending, and squatting. May be required to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds frequently. Ability to work in conditions that are not climate controlled and are weather-driven in all seasons. Ability to stand for extended periods. Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation. Manual dexterity with department equipment; able to operate unloading machinery. PREFERRED 3 years of successful experience with receiving and handling a large number of products. Comfort and experience using Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite. Experience with natural and local foods, in a retail or wholesale setting. The ability to speak Spanish, French, or Swahili is a plus.