HM. CLAUSE: General Administrative Support

Company: HM. CLAUSE
Location: West Sacramento
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

HM.CLAUSE is a Business Unit of Limagrain, an international agricultural co-operative founded and managed by farmers. HM.CLAUSE specializes in the breeding, production, and sale of vegetable seeds. From the world market to the farmers market, we collaborate with our customers to deliver successful solutions for the agricultural challenges of today and produce the highest quality vegetable seeds for the future. Our global team of experts and state-of-the-art research facilities enable us to work side-by-side with growers to provide the most regionally relevant and reliable vegetable seeds available. POSITION SUMMARYThis position is responsible for assisting in executing standard operating procedures for domestic seed shipments, international document and supply shipments, and international plant tissue shipments. This includes determining shipping priorities, and methods required to meet shipping schedules, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates. Additionally, the General Admin Assistant supports the Regional Seed movement Coordinator by acting as the occasional backup for seed shipments to select international destinations. Other assignments include assisting in administrative tasks associated with hosting station events, coordinating the preparation for Safety meetings, and tours. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES . Other duties may be assigned.Assists Davis and Dixon breeders and their research assistants in R& D domestic seed shipments arranging shipment logistics.Assists Regional Seed Movement Coordinator. Support/Back-up for selected international seed shipments.Maintains the Davis station SHIELD seed shipping and receiving log and notifies station manager/seed resource manager of any discrepancies.Shipment of plant/tissue sample material. Both local and international.Acts as the point of contact for Human Resources and Communications for key internal communication distribution.Acts as the facilitator and focal person in preparation and planning for site special events including field days, training seminars and visits by special groups (internal and external).In coordination with the Human Resources department helps organize interviews and recruiting efforts. Duties also include new hire orientation and basic site-specific training.Promote a safe working environment by being an active member of the Local Safety Committee.In coordination with the local IT support, provides training and troubleshooting for station audio/visual tools and devicesAssists and supports local community engagement. Acts as lead for the local team.Assists Station Manager with staff and communication meetings.As requested, assists in purchasing and administration of station accounts payables and budgets.Other projects as requested by the site Station Manager.Assists and supports local community engagement. Acts as lead for the local team.Assists Station Manager with staff and communication meetings.As requested, assists in purchasing and administration of station accounts payables and budgets.Other projects as requested by the site Station Manager. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEEducation and Work ExperienceRequires a High School Diploma, or equivalent.Minimum 5 years' experience in office administration in Ag industry preferred.Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Bilingual in English/Spanish is desired

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