Office Assistant

COMPANY SUMMARY

Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan since 1955, Lumbermen’s operates in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky. A leading distributor and manufacturer, we are driven by the goal to be first choice for our employee owners, customers, and suppliers. Lumbermen’s is 100% employee-owned and committed to investing in rewarding relationships and doing the right thing in every interaction.  

POSITION SUMMARY

Based out of our Walker facility, we are looking for a part-time Office Assistant to process and coordinate component orders for internal use and setting up shipment arrangements. Specifically, day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Responding to incoming inquiries and requests in a timely manner


• Receiving incoming customer quote requests


• Processing incoming orders


• Schedule ship dates for orders


• Work with companies to set up shipping orders


• Care and organization of internal orders


• General office assistant work

At Lumbermen’s, our business is built on relationships.  It’s crucial that the person selected to fill this role is a safety-minded team player who gets energy from contributing to collaborative success. 

This position offers a $300 annual clothing allowance to offset costs for work apparel, protective footwear, and PPE. 

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma/GED required

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Microsoft word and excel proficiency


• Strong communication skills – verbal and written


• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously


• Accuracy and detail orientation


• Inclination to do things right the first time

WHAT WE OFFER:

Lumbermen’s exists to enrich the lives of people by intentionally caring for all who experience us.  You will experience a different kind of work environment and “family” here and help live out the Lumbermen’s promises of committing to those who count on us, doing what’s right, exercising sound business practices and earning consideration. Other benefits include:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment


• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) – generous company-funded retirement


• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance


• Flexible spending/health savings account


• 401(k)


• The SOURCE – free and confidential support resources for our team


• Ulliance Life Advisor EAP 


• Clothing allowance (for applicable roles)


• Paid time off


• Paid holidays


• Training and development


• Advancement opportunities

Lumbermen’s is proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace.   In addition, Lumbermen’s will not discriminate against any employee or candidate because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We participate in E-Verify.