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Operational Support Specialist

Operational Support Specialist

Safe Foods a Division of FortrexBenton, AR, US
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Job Description

Operational Support Specialist

Department : Chemical - Service

Job Status : Full Time

FLSA Status : Salary Exempt

Reports To : Sr VP Operations

Work Schedule : Monday-Friday; could vary

Amount of Travel Required : None

Positions Supervised : None

WHO YOU ARE :

Bring your organizational expertise and leadership support skills to a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Apply now to become our next Operational Support Specialist and play a pivotal role in driving efficiency, enhancing communication, and contributing to our ongoing operationa; success.

WHO WE ARE :

  • Leader in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry in the food processing industry.
  • Over 10,000 dedicated team members across North America.
  • Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 250 plants throughout North America.
  • Over 50+ years of experience in creating long-lasting partnerships.

OUR MISSION :

We protect the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can eat without fear.

  • Protect What Matters : We are in service of safety at every step, ensuring the health of everyone is central to all we do – from plant team members to consumers.
  • Deliver On Our Promises : We speak honestly and are dedicated to doing the right thing by upholding ethical standards and following through on our commitments to our teams, our customers, and our business.
  • Win as a Team : We believe in the power of collaboration, uniting our diverse strengths while working hand-in-hand with our team members and customers to unlock potential and achieve stronger results together.
  • Advance a Safer Future : We are committed to innovating more effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient food safety solutions to develop a safer world for all.
  • WHAT YOU WILL DO :

    In this role, the Operational Support Specialist will provide comprehensive operational and sales support , helping to streamline processes, maintain accurate data, and ensure effective coordination across teams. Key responsibilities include :

  • Support day-to-day operations by maintaining workflows, checklists, and process documentation.
  • Provide direct support to the sales team by scheduling customer meetings, demonstrations, and follow-ups.
  • Prepare, review, and manage commercial documents such as proposals, contracts, and presentations.
  • Track and monitor key sales and operational metrics, provide updates, and ensure timely follow-up on action items.
  • Organize and manage business data, including customer, competitor, and market information, to support decision-making.
  • Assist in the rollout, training, and adoption of new systems, tools, and workflows across sales and operations.
  • Coordinate internal meetings, training sessions, and customer-facing activities to ensure smooth execution.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to identify process bottlenecks, recommend improvements, and enhance efficiency.
  • Contribute to employee engagement and customer appreciation initiatives in collaboration with leadership.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, always with a focus on supporting sales success and operational excellence.
  • YOUR MUST HAVES :

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (“GED”).
  • 5+ years of administrative or operations support experience.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, CRM systems (Salesforce preferred), and ERP platforms (D365 experience a plus).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Perform with level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
  • WHAT WE PREFER YOU HAVE :

  • Experience coordinating corporate events and customer visits.
  • Familiarity with contract administration and approval workflows.
  • Experience supporting cross-functional teams in sales, operations, or customer service.
  • OUR ENVIRONMENT :

    This position is primarily an office environment.

    Constant (role requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs / day)

    Use of fingers and hands. Lift / Carry 10 lbs or less & push / pull 12 lbs or less.

    Frequently (role requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs / day)

    Stand, climb stairs, walk, sit, reach outward, squat / kneel, bend. Lift / Carry 11-50 lbs & push / pull 13-40 lbs.

    Occasional (role requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs / day)

    Climb & crawl. Lift / Carry 51+ lbs & push / pull 41-100 lbs.

    WHAT WE OFFER :

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Employee Assistance Program (“EAP”)
  • Training & Development Opportunities
  • Safe Foods, a Division of Fortrex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal state, and local laws. Safe Foods is committed to complying with the laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities. Safe Foods will provide a reasonable accommodation for any known physical or mental disability of a qualified individual with a disability to the extent required by law, provided the requested accommodation does not create an undue hardship for the Company and / or does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace and / or to the individual.If a team member requires an accommodation, they must notify the site manager or the Corporate Human Resources Department. If an applicant requires an accommodation, they must notify the hiring manager and / or the Recruiter hiring for the position.

    YOUR NEXT STEPS :

    APPLY! All applications will be reviewed, and qualified candidates will be contacted to continue into the interview process. If you feel like you are a good fit for this position, APPLY! If you want to be a part of a large organization that treats you like family, APPLY NOW!

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