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The Talent Staffing Coordinator - Stores role at Ocean State Job Lot (“OSJL” and “Company”) is responsible for supporting the hiring process to fill all high volume part-time hourly openings in their designated market and is the subject matter expert for recruitment in their designated hiring market. The Talent Staffing Coordinator role is responsible for telling the OSJL story, culture, and values in a way that speaks to a candidate’s interests and career goals while providing an optimal candidate experience. The role ensures all staffing needs are met timely to support the business. This position is responsible for providing all potential candidates with an optimal experience that aligns with the organizational mission, vision, and values.

Responsibilities

• Support the recruitment process to fill all high volume part-time staffing needs within the designated function as well as partner with hiring leadership to ensure strong benches of talent.
• Collaborate with leadership to understand roles to be filled and develop profiles of ideal candidates.
• Build a consistent candidate pipeline for part-time level roles.
• Identify and target active or passive candidates that could meet OSJL’s current and future talent needs.
• Respond promptly to candidate inquiries and potential candidates while using online platforms or job boards.
• Maintain a consistent hiring presence within assigned market or territory.
• Support and help promote career opportunities within the Company on social media platforms.
• Deliver an outstanding candidate experience to all candidates throughout the entire hiring process.
• Host regularly scheduled calls with hiring leaders to discuss hiring needs and provide additional support and build rapport.
• Develop and maintain candidate relationships through online or in-person networking.
• Actively participate in the engagement of all candidates throughout the recruitment process, from application to scheduling their new hire orientation.
• Select candidates for initial interviews upon reviewing qualifications and experience in a similar role, discuss rate expectations, and make hiring recommendations to hiring leadership where necessary.
• Partner with leadership to schedule interviews for potential candidates.
• Encourage candidate interest by supporting OSJL’s brand initiatives and build awareness to create a positive employment experience through promoting OSJL as an “Employer of Choice.”
• Maintain compliance with all federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Represent the Company at local career fairs within the assigned area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business or a related field is preferred.
• 2 or more years of experience in talent acquisition is required.
• 2 or more years of sales or customer service experience is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google platforms (i.e., Sites, Slides, Drive, Docs, and Sheets).
• Experience using applicant tracking systems is required.
• Experience in high volume staffing.
• Flexibility in required schedule with afternoon and evening availability.
• Weekend and evening availability is also required for events and seasonal business needs.
• Two Saturday shifts per month are required.

Required Skills

• Time Management: You are able to handle multiple projects at once, and can organize multiple projects around given deadlines.
• Passionate: You must be passionate about online collaboration and ensuring our clients are successful; we love seeing hunger and ambition.
• Organized: You lead by example in serving all of our stakeholders: customers, owners, communities, and fellow associates.
• Self-motivated: Can work with a minimum of supervision and be capable of strategically prioritizing multiple tasks in a proactive manner.
• Networking: Ability to build a wide range of networks inside and outside the organization.

Pay range and compensation package

The salary range for this position is between $21 - $23 per hour. Salary is contingent upon years of experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other job duties and tasks, some of which may be essential to the position. Leadership has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract, either express or implied. You are an at-will employee, meaning either you or the Company may terminate your employment at any time, with or without notice.

About Us:

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our “family by choice” ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the company’s construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Job Summary:

The Plant Clerk is responsible for supporting office services and plant operations in a semi-industrial environment. This role involves processing scale tickets, maintaining sales, inventory, payroll, and production data, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions:

1. Committed to serve. Operate the truck scale to weigh inbound and outbound materials, ensuring accurate and timely ticketing through PII POS.

2. Results matter. Prepare and maintain shipping and receiving documentation, including weigh tickets, delivery receipts, and daily production reports. Accurately enter and manage plant reporting systems, tracking daily sales, incoming materials, total production, and inventory. Manage petty cash transactions responsibly, ensuring proper documentation and reconciliation in alignment with company policies.

3. Respect and engage. Interact with drivers, customers, and vendors in a professional manner, addressing inquiries, providing necessary documentation, seeking feedback, and staying informed on new developments.

4. Determined. Perform clerical duties such as accounts payable vouchering, payroll entry, mail processing, and ordering office and PPE supplies.

5. Efficiency. Record fuel deliveries and place fuel orders as needed to maintain operational continuity.

6. Communicate. Collaborate with plant supervisors, dispatchers, and sales teams to coordinate logistics, resolve discrepancies, and ensure smooth plant operations.

7. Safety always wins. Ensure compliance with company policies and safety regulations, reporting any issues or concerns to management.

Requirements, Education and Experience:

1. High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or training in office administration is a plus.

2. Previous experience in a similar role within the construction, materials, or manufacturing industry preferred.

3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

4. Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

7. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work schedules.

8. Valid Driver’s License

9. Legal right to work in the U.S.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel:

Position may require up to 5% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout the state of New York, and New England based on the needs of the business.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers. This is mostly sedentary, outside of travel, in an office space. The abilities to sit at a desk, frequent walking, bending, or standing, as necessary, are required.

Values:

At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth and we believe will pave the way for future success.

Peckham Industries, Inc. (PII) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, if you have a disability and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peckham, please contact

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About Us:

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our “family by choice” ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the company’s construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Job Summary:

The Quality Control Technician plays a critical role in supporting continuous production and ensuring compliance with State, Federal, and local specifications in our Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) operations. This position requires a mechanically inclined, hands-on individual who is experienced and comfortable working in manual labor environments using tools, equipment, and machinery. Based at Peckham’s asphalt plant, the role also includes field work involving the collection of samples at local and regional paving sites where HMA is being placed.

Essential Functions:

1. Protect Family and Friends. Follow all Company Safety Policies and Procedures as well as Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and guidelines. Support business activities, objectives, and programs.
2. Mastery. Reliably perform all required HMA materials testing in accordance with the procedures outlined in Peckham Industries' Quality Control Program, with a focus on producing the highest quality product in the most cost-effective manner. Conduct asphalt mix testing such as gradation, asphalt content, volumetrics, and temperature checks, and accurately input results into the QC software program.
3. Ownership and caring. Maintain a strong understanding of asphalt plant production equipment and facility operations to identify, diagnose, and assist in correcting production deficiencies. Collaborate with plant management and equipment operators, maintaining awareness of production and maintenance schedules. Observe and participate in on-site HMA testing, including mat density, temperature, and compaction monitoring.
4. Communicate test results and any quality-related concerns promptly and consistently to plant management to support informed decision-making and continuous quality improvement. Act as a liaison between paving crews, contractors, and dispatch, ensuring smooth communication regarding mix quality and production timelines.
5. Results matter. Document all quality control testing clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner. Maintain a database of daily test results and ensure the testing environment is clean and safe. Ensure that laboratory equipment is properly maintained and in good working order.
6. Respect and engage. Serve as a resource to the sales team, customers, paving crews, and plant management by offering technical support and assistance related to HMA quality and performance. Recommend and assist with adjustments to mix designs or production processes to ensure compliance with job specifications.
7. Dedication. Collect and prepare HMA samples at the plant and job sites in accordance with specification requirements, including loose mix and compacted specimens for quality verification and acceptance testing.
8. Committed to serve. Perform testing of fine and coarse aggregate gradations, asphalt binder properties, and reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) materials, increasing testing frequency when materials fall outside of specifications. Maintain inventory of mix additives, fibers, and other specialty materials used in asphalt production.

Requirements, Education and Experience:

1. Degree in construction, engineering, or related fields is preferred but not required.
2. Experience in Hot Mix Asphalt or a relatable field is encouraged. 3-5 Years of relatable knowledge preferable.
3. Must have the flexibility to work irregular hours, including days, evenings, overnights, and occasional weekends, based on customer schedules and business needs, particularly during paving operations.
4. Must currently hold or be willing to obtain applicable asphalt-related certifications (e.g., NETTCP, ACI Asphalt, or State DOT certifications, as applicable).
5. Must have experience working in hands-on, manual labor environments.
6. Comfortable using mechanical tools, equipment, and machinery.
7. Must maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.
8. Proficient in English literacy and basic computational math; clear verbal and written communication is essential.
9. Must be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email communications.
10. Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.

Other Duties:

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel:

Some travel throughout the service region is required, using a personal vehicle to access various plant and job site locations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Medium Work; Exerting up to 50lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 10lbs of force constantly to move objects. This position works on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment. Requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time as well as lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing, walking, reaching, driving, and repetitive motion.

Values:

At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth, and we believe we will pave the way for future success.

Peckham Industries, Inc. (PII) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, if you have a disability and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peckham, please contact

Compensation details: 24-26 Hourly Wage

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We’re offering a part-time opportunity for individuals who want to earn extra cash without disrupting their main job or studies. This role gives you the freedom to work from home at your own pace, learning simple ways to generate additional income.

No sales or special qualifications are required — only basic computer skills and a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities:

• Engage with provided training materials and follow clear steps

• Apply proven techniques to create small but consistent earnings

• Track your results and adapt based on your time and effort

• Communicate progress and feedback when requested

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older

• Basic internet literacy and access to a device

• Attention to detail and willingness to learn

• Self-discipline to manage flexible, independent work

Benefits:

• Work from anywhere

• No quotas or deadlines

• Ideal for students, parents, or part-time workers

• Opportunity to scale income with experience