Field Administrative Clerk - 632944
Location: Langhorne, PA
Employment Type: 12-Month Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: Sunday-Thursday
Status: Full-Time On-Site Non-Exempt
Local Candidates Strongly Preferred
Position Overview
We are seeking a Field Administrative Clerk for a contract-to-hire opportunity at our Langhorne, PA facility. This full-time, on-site role follows a Sunday-Thursday schedule and is ideal for someone organized, physically active, and looking to grow into a supervisory role.
This position supports both dispatch operations and administrative duties and will require you to gain a full understanding of both field work and internal business systems, including accounting and operational software. Over time, this role will evolve into a leadership position based on demonstrated capability.
Temp-to-Hire Path to Supervisor
This is not just a support role-it's a development track. We are hiring with the clear intent of transitioning the right candidate into a supervisory position after a comprehensive evaluation period. This process will assess your ability to:
- Learn and retain both labor and administrative tasks
- Demonstrate operational proficiency through hands-on experience
- Communicate and give directions to hourly operators
- Work effectively with internal systems, including dispatch and accounting platforms
- Exhibit unit cohesion, problem-solving, organization, and leadership potential
We take this approach seriously-we're not looking for someone who simply interviews well, but someone who will show up, learn, and lead with consistency and integrity.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct daily yard checks and maintain accurate trailer logs
- Enter, update, and adjust dispatch orders in Excel (add-ons, cancellations, reschedules)
- Verify completed order documentation (BOLs, COAs, wash sheets)
- Organize orders and stage documentation for driver pickup
- Communicate scheduling updates with carriers via phone and email
- Cross-check dispatch logs for accuracy
- Assist the Administrative Assistant with time-sensitive tasks
- Work within business systems, including basic accounting software, for data entry, tracking, and reporting
- Support and learn the flow of operations on-site to effectively communicate with hourly staff and eventually supervise day-to-day operations
Work Environment
- Operates on a 14-acre facility, with 9 acres of active yard space
- Role requires regular mobility, walking and working outdoors
- Must balance both physical responsibilities and office discipline
- Environment is fast-paced and dynamic, requiring flexibility and follow-through
Qualifications
- Local to Langhorne, PA or able to commute reliably
- Experience with accounting or ERP software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or similar platforms)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer tasks
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly
- Physically able to move throughout the yard and handle hands-on responsibilities
- Motivated to grow into a supervisory role through demonstrated performance
Why This Role?
This isn't just a clerical job, it's a career-building opportunity. If you're reliable, sharp, and ready to learn the operation from the ground up, we'll give you the tools and support to become a leader in the field.
At The Planet Group, we deliver strategic talent solutions across industries through contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire services-matching top experts with the companies that need them most. Our specialized sales and recruitment teams are deeply experienced in Accounting, Finance, HR, Administration, and Customer Service connecting skilled professionals with roles that drive business impact. Whether you're seeking a new role or interested in advancing your career, we bring speed, strategy, and a people-first approach to every partnership.