Who's Hiring In And Near Long Beach: This Week's Newest Job Openings
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Long Beach CA
27 December, 2021
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LONG BEACH, CA — As unemployment levels remain high following the pandemic, don't let that deter you. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, opportunities are still out there. Each week, Patch and ZipRecruiter compile a list of the latest local jobs listed in the region. Here are some of the top jobs currently available in Long Beach and across greater California: Editor's note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by ZipRecruiter. Please report any errors or other feedback to [email protected]. Customer Service | Customer Service Representative Streamline Connections, Bellflower, CA WE ARE RECRUITING ONLY THE BEST TALENT IN THE COMMUNITY! Our associates make Streamline Connections special. We recruit the sharpest minds. These individuals have a talent for understanding the ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Care Representative Suburban Water Systems, Compton, CA PRIMARY DUTIES: Performs a variety of duties associated with providing high level of customer service including customer contact, cash handling, billing, credit and collections, and other related ... More Info Customer Service | GAS FIELD SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE I-III City of Long Beach, Long Beach, CA GAS FIELD SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE I-III Print ( Apply GAS FIELD SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE I-III Salary $1,585.76 - $2,830.00 Biweekly Location City of Long Beach, CA Job Type Classified - Full-Time, ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Specialist Confidential, Long Beach, CA Growing industrial parts distributor is looking to add an industry experienced Customer Service Rep to their team. We are looking for a talented and competitive Inside Sales Representative/Customer ... More Info Sales | Customer Service and Sales Specialist Aurora Promotions Inc, Cerritos, CA We are searching for a Customer Service Specialist with experience in sales to support our client's growth. We are seeking individuals who have strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Path Arc, Hawaiian Gardens, CA We are a rapidly growing company that has more clients than we can see. We understand that it is a good problem to have, but we need more qualified people that will help us keep up with our growth More Info Customer Service | Member Services Representative- Downey California Credit Union, Downey, CA Overview: General Summary: The Member Service Representative (MSR) is based in a branch and is responsible for providing consistently exceptional service to our members through face to face ... More Info Sales | Sales and Customer Service Representative Entrepreneurial Firm Now Hiring, Long Beach, CA Due to our anticipated expansion into new markets and One Up is currently hiring entry-level individuals with a customer service & sales background for a full-time position. We are seeking candidates ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Representative - IMMEDIATE HIRE Premiere Outreach, Norwalk, CA A customer service representative, or CSR, will act as a liaison, provide product/services information and resolve any emerging problems that our customer accounts might face with accuracy and ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Clerk-Export - Logistics - 15576 $20 - $21/hour TalentZok, Compton, CA Customer Service Clerk-Export - Logistics - TalentZok OVERVIEW Are you looking for a new career opportunity with an exciting company?! Then we've got the right team for you! In this role, you're ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Representative $17/hour Konnect Resources, Whittier, CA An excellent fast-growing exercising equipment distributor in the City of Industry are seeking great Customer Services Representatives to join their team Job Description: Present a positive and ... More Info Retail Sales | Greeter Norm Reeves, Cerritos, CA As a Greeter , you're one of the most important members at Norm Reeves Hyundai/Genesis . You are responsible for creating a great service experience for our guests. You are the first point of contact ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service $18 - $19/hour First Call Staffing Inc., Carson, CA Our client in Harbor City, a tile manufacturing company is looking for an exceptional Customer Service with Distribution experience . Great, and temp to hire opportunity for the right candidate. Monday ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Relations Representative Cla Global Inc, Gardena, CA Customer Relations Representative - Entry Level CLA Global's primary goal is to develop entry-level individuals into successful, well-rounded businessmen and women. We are looking to train an ... More Info Customer Service | Field Service Representative 1 Sharp Electronics Corp., Santa Fe Springs, CA Overview: Under the direct supervision of the Branch Field Service Manager, the Field Service Representative (1) is responsible for properly maintaining a territory of Sharp equipment along with ... More Info Customer Service | Full Time Customer Service Representative (Government-Funded) Encompass Core, Anaheim, CA We are seeking to expand its Customer Service Team in the local area. Our company works with the Federal Lifeline Program, a government-funded program that allows us to work with individuals in ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Representative $17 - $21/hour DV Medical Supply, Inc., Gardena, CA Customer Service Representative Job Description Template We are hiring a customer service representative to manage customer queries and complaints. You will also be asked to process orders ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Representative ***Flexible Remote/In Office Work*** CR&R Inc., Stanton, CA CR&R Incorporated is one of Southern California's most innovative and successful waste and recycling collection companies, serving more than 3 million people and over 25,000 businesses throughout ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Associate - Self Storage $16 - $16/hour Westport Properties, Inc., Los Angeles, CA Apply TODAY to be eligible for a $1000 Sign On Bonus! Tired of working a boring job with early morning or late-night shifts? Looking for a change of pace or new career path? The search stops here! US ... More Info Sales | Account Coordinator Keenan & Associates, Torrance, CA Overview Providing support to Vice President, Senior Account Managers, Account Managers and Senior Service Representative in their daily responsibilities associated with managing renewals and ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Associate $17 - $22/hour AtWork Personnel Services, Westminster, CA If you enjoy the sport of Golf this Customer Service position is for you working for a growing and dynamic company! * Answering incoming calls from businesses and consumers * Assist with customer ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Parts Representative Integrated Food Services, Gardena, CA We are seeking a Customer Service Parts Representative to join our team! You will be responsible for helping customers by providing product and service information and resolving technical issues More Info Business Services | Order Entry Assistant $17/hour Eravant, Torrance, CA Eravant is looking for an entry level Order Entry Assistant who can support operational customer tickets and calls, enter orders, and create, modify, close, and and reorganize work orders as needed. What ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Specialist - Growth Opportunity! $17 - $19/hour TriCom Quest, Torrance, CA International Manufacturing company (electrical appliances) seeking a Customer Service Representative in Torrance. Must have strong communication and Excel Skills. Entry level candidate welcome More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Agent (11am-7p PST / West Coast) - Remote Bear Mattress, Fullerton, CA Company Description Bear is a leading sleep company with a mission to improve the health, wellness and overall sleep quality of every customer, every night. Our customers choose Bear because our ... More Info Product Development | Digital Member Experience Specialist SkyOne Federal Credit Union, Hawthorne, CA SkyOne FCU is hiring a Digital Member Experience Specialist who will assist our members through our various digital channels, including Email, Live Chat, Live Video Chat, Social Media, Secure ... More Info Customer Service | BillPayer Services Representative II Wescom Central Credit Union, Anaheim, CA Please use Firefox or Chrome internet browser to complete this application Current Wescom Employees: Please visit the Career Center in Workday to search and apply for a current job opening. We value ... More Info Customer Service | Community Outreach & Customer Service Representative Streamline Connections, Santa Ana, CA Our associates make Streamline Connections special. We recruit the sharpest minds. These individuals have a talent for understanding the complexities of today's technologies. Their ability to see ... More Info Social Service | Manager Appointment Center Operations Kaiser Permanente, Anaheim, CA Manages the day-to-day operations of the sub-regional appointment and advice call center (with 110-315 employees) for multiple medical centers and Service Areas. Enhances, refines, and implements a ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Representative Zenith Executives, Rosemead, CA Fall into a new career this season and join our incredible Customer Service Representative role. Zenith Executives is one of the largest marketing firms in the Inland Empire specializing in ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Accounts Specialist MeriCal, LLC, Anaheim, CA MeriCal LLC is a premier private label and contract manufacturer of dietary supplements in the United States. For over a combined 90 years, our team of industry experts have been at the forefront of ... More Info Sales | Sales Coordinator Los Angeles Intersection, Los Angeles, CA Who are We? Intersection is an experience-driven Out of Home media and technology company that delivers programming, consumer amenities, and advertising to cities. From free internet access to way ... More Info Customer Service | PRIVATE CLIENT SERVICE SPECIALIST $30,000 - $50,000/year MARK NEWMAN-KUZEL-Farmers Insurance Agency, Los Angeles, CA Farmers Insurance Group of Companies is the nation's third-largest Personal Lines Property and Casualty insurance group. Founded in 1928 and still headquartered in Los Angeles after expanding to 41 ... More Info Sales | Lead Generator Appointment Setter $15 - $20/hour Allied Insurance Agency Direct, Los Angeles, CA We are seeking a Lead Generator Appointment Setter to join our team! You will be responsible for helping customers by providing product and service information. Responsibilities: * Handle customer ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Representative American Soccer Co, Inc, Los Angeles, CA Position Summary We are looking for a determined and motivated candidate who will have good verbal and written skills, work well in both a team and individual environment, work well under pressure ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Representative - Blood Drives - Santa Ana - 92712 americanredcross, Santa Ana, CA PLEASE USE GOOGLE CHROME OR MOZILLA FIREFOX WHEN ACCESSING CANDIDATE HOME. BY JOINING THE AMERICAN RED CROSS YOU WILL TOUCH MILLIONS OF LIVES EVERY YEAR AND EXPERIENCE THE GREATNESS OF THE HUMAN ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Representative Rich Harvest Farms, Los Angeles, CA Job Description Explore your career possibilities here. We are looking for a driven Customer service representative. This individual will be responsible for answering phones, emails, and and chats to ... More Info Customer Service | Field Service Representative $16 - $18/hour Kreg Therapeutics, Inc., Los Angeles, CA Kreg Therapeutics, a provider of specialty medical equipment, is seeking to hire a Medical Delivery Driver. This position is responsible for the delivery, service, and pick-up of Kreg Therapeutics ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Representative $18 - $20/hour Preferred Pest Control OrangeCounty, Fountain Valley, CA Pest Control Rep Responsibilities Plan/schedule/confirm appointments for termite and pest control customers. Prepare termite and pest control reports using specifically designed software. Accounts ... More Info Sales | Insurance Sales Customer Service Representative- Entry Level $75000 - $105000/year Relentless FFL, Hacienda Heights, CA Family First Life is the premier company for flexible schedule opportunities in a motivating environment. Looking for entry level candidates that are ready to thrive. We are a rapidly growing company ... More Info Customer Service | BILINGUAL REMOTE CUSTOMER SERVICE/HEALTH ASSOCIATE Registry Ally, Inc, Los Angeles, CA JOB DETAILS * 100% Remote * Start Date: Jan 10, 2022 * Contract Length: 2-6 Months * 40 Hours a Week * Flexible Availability Preferred * Competitive Hourly Rate * Expanding Healthcare Company JOB ... More Info Customer Service | Client Service Associate -Wealth Management Firm $45,000 - $60,000/year Dyer Wealth Management, La Jolla, CA We are seeking a Client Service Administrator to join our team! You will be responsible for helping customers by providing product and service information and resolving technical issues. For the ... 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More Info Sales | Customer and Sales Support Representative ATI, Los Angeles, CA We are a brand management firm and entrepreneurial company. We have partnered up with reputable brands and successfully increased their visibility and popularity since 2015! With the new year ... More Info Customer Service | Retail Customer Service Representative Keel Management, Huntington Beach, CA We are a premier retail marketing firm and looking for an outgoing Retail Customer Service Representative to fill our current open position. Ideal candidates will have a strong ability to successfully ... More Info Customer Service | Call Center Agent at FTDCA $26 - $29/hour FTDCA, Los Angeles, CA La Fonda On The Plaza in Los Angeles, CA is looking for one call center agent to join our team. We are located on 25 N Broadway. Our ideal candidate is attentive, punctual, and hard-working. The ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Representative ($20-$23 DOE) $20 - $23/hour Pathway Group, City of Industry, CA POSITION OVERVIEW: To provide customer service support & assistance for internal, external, customer's, freight carriers and all levels of associates on all aspects of customer service, including ... More Info Sales | Membership Representative We're Hiring, Orange, CA Job description The Member Services Representative assists plan members with their concerns or complaints and provides the necessary information and education to resolve concerns. General Duties ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Representative Planet 13, Santa Ana, CA As a top Las Vegas dispensary, Planet 13 strives to provide the best quality recreational cannabis, cannabis extracts, and infused products available at competitive prices and with compassion that ... More Info Customer Service | Temporary Call Center Rep. (Bank) $18/hour Glendora Employment Agency, Inc., Rowland Heights, CA Glendora Employment Agency, Inc. is a boutique staffing firm located in the foothills of the San Gabriel Valley. Glendora Employment Agency, Inc. specializes in bringing local job seekers together ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Representative/ Tech Support $17/hour Olympic Staffing, City of Industry, CA Customer Service Representative/Technical Support Work Schedule: Monday - Friday and 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Must have 2 - 3 years experience as a Customer Service Rep or Tech ... More Info Hotel | Member Service Officer 2 (Bilingual) Credit Union of Southern California, El Monte, CA Job Summary: Member Service Representative 2 (Bilingual) is a financial advisor who provides exceptional member experiences by identifying and matching credit union products and services to Member ... More Info Customer Service | At Your Service Center Associate, West Covina - Variable Hours Macy's, West Covina, CA About: Macy's is proudly America's Department Store. There's a reason we've been around for 160 years. Customers come to us for fashion, value and celebration. Macy's is also known for giving back to ... More Info Sales | Sales Account Coordinator $50000 - $60000/year The Buddy Group, Costa Mesa, CA Sales Account Coordinator Are you looking to get your foot in the door with a fast paced and growing digital consultancy? We provide digital marketing, omni channel business consultancy, and video ... More Info Warehousing | Package Handler $16 - $16/hour First Rate Staffing, Los Alamitos, CA First Rate Staffing is NOW HIRING 22 packers for Los Alamitos area! Light Packers: · Select product for customer's orders and sales' samples. · Weigh product to the necessary and/or specific weight ... More Info Customer Service | Client Advisor, VP- South Pasadena International Search Consultants, South Pasadena, CA Client Advisor, VP South Pasadena, CA Our client is a leading and highly ranked Multi-Family Office with strong roots on the West Coast. Due to continued growth and expansion, they are looking to add ... More Info Sales | CUSTOMER SERVICE / INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE Targetti USA Inc, Costa Mesa, CA The Customer Service Representative provides support to customers by answering product and service questions and suggesting information about other products and services. This includes order entry ... More Info Customer Service | Client Services Coordinator Public Agency Retirement Services, Newport Beach, CA SUMMARY The Client Services Coordinator is responsible for maintaining excellent relationships with PARS clients and conducting annual plan reviews with said clients. The Client Services Coordinator ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Assistant Bearfruit Jewelry, Irvine, CA Bearfruit Jewelry is looking for a customer service assistant to join our team in our main office. This person will drive customer satisfaction by fielding inquiries, addressing pain points and ... More Info Customer Service | Call Center $18 - $19/hour Global Channel Management, Inc., Pasadena, CA Call Center Rep needs 1+ years' call center/banking experience Call Center Rep requires: Flexibility of normal hours 5am-6pm Mon. through Fri., 6am-3pm Sat. and 8am-1pm. Banking Training is for 3 ... More Info Customer Service | $20/hr Entry Level Customer Representative $20 - $25/hour Red Label Enterprises, Glendale, CA Looking for a new start to the new year? Tired of being undervalued? Tired of working for bosses that just don't get it? If you answered "yes" to these questions and it's time for a career change! Red ... More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Associate $18 - $20/hour Posh Peanut, Glendale, CA POSITION PURPOSE The Customer Service Associate will assist with the execution of creating, executing, and enforcing new customer service policies while supporting the entire Customer Service team More Info Customer Service | Customer Service Representative $35,000 - $55,000/year Synergy Business Consultants, West Hollywood, CA If you love helping people, this is the job for you! On our Customer Service team you will focus on doing what's best for our customers and creating solutions that will leave a permanent and positive ... More Info Sales | Sales Assistant Hearst Communications, Santa Monica, CA Why Hearst Autos Hearst Magazines is one of the largest publishers in the world, with more than 25 brands, including Road & Track, Car and Driver, Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping ... More Info Truck Driving | Need CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver Now, 12/27/2021, Average $61,928/Year $5,000/week System Transport Inc., Signal Hill, CA Now Hiring CDL-A Flatbed Truck Drivers $5K Sign-On Bonus Offer - Average $61, 928 Yearly - Top Earners Make $81, and 000+ Yearly Recent Grads Welcome for Most Divisions Now Hiring For: * Experienced CDL-A ... More Info Warehousing | Shipping Receiving Clerk Needed! $18/7am start $18/hour BaronHR El Monte Branch, Carson, CA Great Company! seeking a shipping/receiving Clerk must have some experience open to all warehouse duties packing, labeling. some data entry. will train Monday to Friday 6am $18.00 plus OT temp tp ... More Info Warehousing | Shipping Receiving Clerk/Driver $17 - $18/hour Greens Metal Cut Off, Santa Fe Springs, CA We are seeking a experienced and reliable Shipping Receiving Clerk/Driver to become an integral part of our team! Responsibilities: * Unpack, verify, and record incoming parts or material * Inspect ... More Info Warehousing | Shipping Assistant $17/hour Eravant, Torrance, CA Eravant is looking for an entry level Shipping Assistant who can follow basic export and customs procedures, reference customer and internal documentation, double check information, and ensure that ... More Info Warehousing | Shipper & Receiver Aerotek, Torrance, CA Description: Entry Level shipping and receiving clerk. Working in warehouse helping get aerospace parts packed and shipped to leave the facility. Have positive attitude to be cross trained in ... More Info Merchandising | Merchandiser - Start at $18/Hour + $1,000 Sign-On Bonus + Benefits $19/hour Harbor - Gardena, CA - Merchandiser, Lakewood, CA HARBOR IS NOW HIRING Merchandisers in Gardena, CA Start at $18/Hour Earn $19/Hour After 1 Year Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits on Day 1 with an Early Buy-In Option $1,000 Sign-On Bonus About Harbor More Info Warehousing | Shipping and Receiving | 2nd shift $19/hour Elias & Co. Staffing, Vernon, CA Shipping and Receiving Operator needed in VERNON, CA Shift: 3pm-11:30pm $19 hourly - Employees through agency 3 months and get hired onto the company! Must have experience on the sit down, and stand up ... More Info Warehousing | Shipping Receiving Associate $19/hour AtWork Personnel Services, Huntington Beach, CA We are seeking a Shipping Receiving Associate to become an integral part of our team! You will help coordinate incoming and outgoing shipment activities. 2nd Shift opportunity and Overtime available More Info Sales | Sales Representative Primerica, Lakewood, CA We are seeking a Sales Representative to join our team! You will resolve customer questions and offer solutions to drive company revenue. Responsibilities: * Present and sell company products and ... More Info Truck Driving | Box Truck Driver $15 - $19/hour Meoded Paints & Decorations, Inc., South Gate, CA We are looking for an experienced truck driver to serve our supply chain logistics department in a safe and timely manner. A standard 16 ft box truck with a CLASS C driver's license. Driver's license ... More Info Truck Driving | CLASS A CDL - Local Dedicated Truck Driver - Compton, CA $1,384/week Best Trucking Services, Compton, CA We are seeking drivers with tractor-trailer experience. We offer great driver/dispatch relations as well as everything below, and more... * $5, 000 Limited Time Sign on Bonus! * $72, and 000 - Average ... More Info Merchandising | Greeting Card Retail Merchandiser Field Force Merchandising, Lakewood, CA Assignment description: Field Force Merchandising is currently seeking part time retail service merchandisers to maintain GREETING CARD displays. Bi-Weekly + Monthly, dependent upon retailer. Pay ... More Info Truck Driving | CDL Class A Class B Driver - Ready Mix Truck $25 - $30/hour Holliday Rock, Long Beach, CA Holliday Rock is seeking Ready Mix Drivers to join our concrete team. The Ready Mix Driver safely delivers ready mix concrete to various local locations. Drivers are responsible for the safety of ... More Info Truck Driving | Company Port Driver CDL Class A Sign-on Bonus $2,000 $31/hour Dr. Drayage, Inc., Carson, CA : Company Port Driver CDL Class A Sign-on Bonus $2,000 Click apply below or call (844) 884-4064 today! Job Summary: Transport loads to & from warehouses or distribution centers to customer locations ... More Info Sales | Entry Level Sales Representative Keel Management, Lakewood, CA We are a Promotional Marketing firm in the OC. We are looking for innovative, team-oriented individuals who enjoy working with others and maintaining relationships with our prestigious clientele More Info Truck Driving | Truck Driving Gold Star Foods, Long Beach, CA Gold Star Foods, Inc. is the leading nutritional food distributor to schools in the United States. We're a company devoted to providing our customers with incredible customer service and we know it ... More Info Truck Driving | CDL B Local Truck Driver - $21/hour - PM Shift - $8,000 Sign On Bonus Gold Star Foods, Long Beach, CA Gold Star Foods and Inc. is the leading nutritional food distributor to schools in the United States. We're a company devoted to providing our customers with incredible customer service and we know it ... More Info Truck Driving | Class A Truck Driver**** $30 Per Hour $85000 - $90000/year MHX Solutions, Compton, CA MHX is currently seeking Swing Shift Hybrid Class A Drivers out of our Compton California Terminal: With this position you'll be driving both container units in and out the ports and also be doing ... More Info Business Services | Administrative Assistant Vestar Properties Inc, Long Beach, CA Who We Are: Vestar is a nationally recognized leader in the acquisition, management, leasing and development of retail real estate with a significant market share in the Western US. Vestar has over ... More Info Warehousing | Warehouse Shipping Associate TriMark USA, Fountain Valley, CA Position Summary/Objective This position is responsible to monitor merchandise leaving the warehouse, ensure all related shipping documents are in order, ensure product is properly packed and ... More Info Business Services | SECRETARY- COLLECTIVE IMPACT BUREAU $21 - $28/hour City of Long Beach, Long Beach, CA SECRETARY- COLLECTIVE IMPACT BUREAU Print ( Apply SECRETARY- COLLECTIVE IMPACT BUREAU Salary $20.66 - $28.24 Hourly Location City of Long Beach, CA Job Type Unclassified - Full-Time, and Permanent ... More Info Truck Driving | Truck Driver Class A Semi Local 1200 to 1400 per week Dedicated $1,200 - $1,400/week M5W Transport, Carson, CA Details Pay $1200 to $1400 per week Semi Local Runs - (Home Time, every other day - will explain about the account) Available Trucks 2018 to 2021 M5W Transport ~ Michael 770-544-7011 Benefits Paid ... More Info Warehousing | Shipping Receiving Clerk $18 - $19/hour First Call Staffing Inc., Los Angeles, CA Our client in Gardena a large supplier of textiles is looking for a Shipping and Receiving Clerk with Forklift experience. This job opportunity may turn into a permanent position, hours are 8am to ... More Info You can search for more job openings in your area on the Long Beach Patch jobs board. There, you'll be able to customize your search by industry and precise location to find the right fit for you. And if you're a local business owner in search of employees, you can post your job openings on Patch using this form.
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