I did receive this email and unfortunately I did reply with some personal information. I'm glad I realized it now before it was too late. Thank you

I received something quite similar from "HL Plastics", and it didn't sound quite right. Thanks for confirming my suspicions

I also applied for this job and they already sent me a check payment thru fedex. luckily i remember "if its sounds too good to be true, it usually is" so here i am browsing internet to find the truth. i think i will give the company on the check a call and report it. thanks guys for all the help.

Thanks for posting this; I thought it sounded FISHY!

Yep, I just got it too. Creepy.

I applied for this job too, although I had my suspicions when I read the content of the posting. Once I got the reply I new it was a scam. Just to let you know, there is another one out there that actually got me. They do not send checks, though....they transfer funds directly into your bank account. I even had my bank check out the transfer before I withdrew the funds and they said everything was fine and gave me the funds....then a couple of days later they contacted me and said the funds were actually stolen. Just shows that you cannot count on the banks to figure this stuff out. Before the funds were even transferred I told the branch manager I had some concerns, so do not rely on your bank to catch this kind of thing. The supposed name of this other company was MSBComputersTechnology. Hope this helps others to avoid falling victim to these scammers. When you are looking for a job in this tough economy, it is easy to overlook the obvious sometimes. Good luck to everyone!!!

Found the job on Craigs list Job # Job-Ek9tc--1123227343. Got "hired" with no resume and no interview Told them I reported it to IC3-FBI and craigs list. Also sent HL Plastics a note. Job on craigs list asks for a office assistant. Posted last week.

Damn Scammers! It's the third time this week I get responses for positions I applied from craigslist that turn out to be job scams as soon as they contact me for additional details, I start researching and find out this blog that confirm my suspecious. In any case, nobody makes $2,000 as an admn assistant working only 3-4 hrs a day plus get 10% commission for cashing a check? Sounds illegal to me and too easy to be a legit job.

Last night I also researched about Google Easy Cash Profit - also a scam - I read about it, never even apply for that kind of position but thought you should know.

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I hope we all find some real jobs soon! Good luck u all!

Got it from Craigslist today too. Thanks for all the info!

I got this message this morning- I knew that no one would hire this way- but thank you all for going out of the way to post a message- hopefully no one will fall for this- good luck everyone finding a job!

I did not only receive one check, I got 3! I did not give my personal information since I used to work for a bank..and new pretty much right away this was fraud. I have kept a copy of all 3 checks and am contacting the authorities here in Indiana.

So I've applied to a few different job openings on Craigslist and every time a company replies back they send me their websites, addresses, phone numbers and who I can contact with questions. I received two different emails and when I went to research the websites I found this blog so I've included them below hopefully to warn people of a possible scam.

The 1st one is from the email address:
Donstone Eric <donstone.inc07[at]gmail.com>

Reference No: - LSLCA/2031/ 8161/05 HO Ref:99645
Batch No: - R4/A313/2-60 Port
Ref:87023124
Application No: LSLCA/2031/ 8161/05 FCO Number: 812374
Respondent: Recruiting Officer

Dear Applicant
We received your resume and your application on Craigslist on the
April of this year but we are really sorry to inform you that this
Position as been filled, it is no more available. Our HR
Managers have gone through your resume and due to some certain
factors you have been picked as one of our possible candidate
to be one of our Accounts Payable Specialist which is the post
That is available right now.
ABOUT US:
We strive to ensure quality from crop to counter.
end, Wagner Mill Inc. requires the highest standards and
specifications, not just for product ingredients; every detail
of production, transport, delivery, preparation and service is
Also exhaustively monitored.
A focus on quality permeates every aspect of the business.
Wagner Mill Inc. standards lead the food industry, and we
continue to work with government and health officials to
Investigate improvements.
Wagner Mill Inc. also recognize the importance of a balanced
diet and lifestyle and continues to seek quality new products
Which satisfy customers expectations for taste and value? We
Are independent and privately owned.
We serve the entire United States, Your primary task for now,
as an Accounts Payable Specialist of this company is to
coordinate payments from clients and help us with the payment
Process. You are not involved in any marketing. You would be
responsible for receiving payments after we have offered our
professional services to our numerous clients. After this has
been done the customer has to pay for the service but in most
Cases we make our clients prepay for services. About 90 percent
of our clients prefer to pay through Certified Checks or Money
Orders drawn from the United State based on the amount
Involved. We have decided to open this new contract -to-hire
job position for solving this problem pending the time that we
Will open a branch office in this state.

Your First Primary task (Collection of Payments):
1. Receive payment from our Customers or Clients.
2. Cash Payment at your Bank.
3. Deduct 10% which will be your percentage/pay on Payment
processed
4. Forward balance after deduction of percentage/pay to any of
the offices you will be contacted to send payment to, you have
a lot of free time doing another job, because this job is part
Time, you'll get good income. But this job is very challenging
And you should understand it. We are considering your
application because you satisfy our requirements and we are
sure you will be an earnest assistant till we start running our
Branch office in your state.
ADVANTAGES
-You do not have to go out as you will work as an independent
Contractor right from your home office.
-Your job is absolutely legal.
-You can earn up to 3000-4000 dollars monthly depending on time
you
Will spend for this job. You do not need any capital to start.
-You can do the Work easily without leaving or affecting your
present Job. The employees who make efforts and work hard have
A strong possibility to become managers. Anyway our employees
Never leave us. But the problem we have is trust but we hope we
Can trust you.
Get back to us with the requirements below if you are
interested so that we can add your mailing address to our
Regional database and forward it to our customers for them to
Send payments after conducting background checks.
REQUIREMENTS:

Full Names_______________
Mailing Address (Not P. O Box) _________________
City__ ___________________
State____________________
Postal Code______________
Phone Number____________________
Email Address____________________
Age______________________
Occupation_______________
Marital Status___________
Sex______________________


Send the requirements we asked for to this email address

We are not asking for your bank info neither are we asking for
your social security number, we are only asking for the name of
Your bank and that is all.
Your response to this email is needed, so that we can
reconfirm your mailing address details we have in our
Database.
We will be updating you as soon as the payment is being sent to
you and you will be directed as to where to have the remaining
90% of the money sent to, after the deduction of your 10% pay
On any payments received and processed by you.
A swift acknowledgment of the receipt of this email will be
Appreciated.
Thanks For Your Total Understanding and Moral Cooperation.
Wagner Mill Inc. is an equal opportunity employer!
I can best be contacted by email as I am on computer every time.
I will be expecting your respones

Regards,
Eric Dennis
Recruiting Officer
Wagner Mill Inc.


The 2nd one was from this email address:
HL Plastics <career.hl122[at]gmail.com>

Detailed Job Description – Office Administrator

The Company name is HL Plastics. Formed in 1974, HL Plastics has established a strong reputation as a manufacturer and designer of technical trade extrusions for a number of industries. Using these base skills, we have expanded our offering over the years to include a range of specialist products including:
- Domestic fencing and decking
- Caravan verandahs and sundecks
- Roof walkways and safety decking
- Plastic Piling
- Tambour doors and shutter systems
- Wall protection systems
- Window & door systems

We have accepted your application for the job and We have your information in our database. The primary goal of the Administrative Assistant is to provide local customer assistant to our clients within North America. You will be assisting our clients within North America, the assistance to be provided will include: payment collections and customer service.The HR Managers checked your resume and you have been picked as one of our possible candidates for Accounts Receivable Manager due to some factors of the Company, Your primary task would be receiving payments for our company and Customers. We are about to open a representative offices or authorized sales centers in some local city in the States. Your Accounts Receivable Clerk duty would be that you become our Account Receivable Manager (ARM) and its a contract -to-hire position which is a 1 month trial after which the position is made full time .Please be advised that we need total dedication for the job.

Your duties will include: Collecting Local Payments

When a buyer in United States decides to purchase an item through an online auction from our sellers he has the following payment options:pay pal, international wire transfer, international check, or local wire transfer. The quickest option of these is local wire transferring. Local wire transfers are the option that the sales support representative will provide to the clients.

- Managing Data

Along with the payments received from buyers you will be receiving details for these sales. These details will include items sold, price, and buyer's information. You are to file and maintain these purchasing records and transactions.

- Forwarding of the Payments

Once you receive each payment you will be keeping 10% as commission and forwarding the rest to the seller or representative, whose information will be provided prior each transaction. It is crucial to complete forwarding of the payments in a time efficient manner.

Here is an example of a brief report:

Date: August 8, '06
Buyer: Laura N. Smith
Item: Movado Watch
Price: $ 1,921.27
10% Commission : $ 192
Fees: $ 85
Total Forwarded: $1644.27
Forwarded to: Margo Narenzo, Barcelona, Spain
Reference Numbers: 2349783981

- Fees, and Transferring Procedures

All fees are covered by the company. The fees for transferring are simply deducted from the payments received. No client will contact you during initial stage of the trial period. After three weeks of the trial period you will begin to have contact with the buyers via email in regards to collection of the payments. For the first three weeks you will simply receive all of the transferring details, and payments, along with step by step guidance from your supervisor. You will be forwarding the received payments by wire transfer.

: Additional Information

Salary:

During the trial period, you will be paid 2,000USD per month while working on average 3-4hours per day, plus 10% commission from every payment received and forwarded. The salary will be sent in the form of wire transfer directly to your account. After the trial period your base pay salary will go up to 2,200USD per month, plus 10% commission.
-Taxes
You will receive a monthly invoice stating your total income. All applicable taxes are covered by the company.

Your First Primary task (Collection of Payments)

1. Receive payment from our Customers or Clients.
2. Cash Payment at your Bank or any cashing facilities near you.
3. Deduct 10 % which will be your percentage/pay on Payment processed
4. Forward balance after deduction of percentage/pay to any of the offices you will be contacted to send payment to, you'll have a lot of free time doing another job, because this job schedule is flexible, you'll get good income .But this job is very challenging and you should understand it.

Please kindly fill your details below, so that you can get started.

Full Name : ___________
Full Address: _________
City: _________________
State: _______________
Zip/Postal code:________
Home phone :__________
Cell phone: ___________
Recent occupation: ______
Gender: _______________
Personal Email Address:___

Human Resources Manager
HL Plastics LTD

Same thing from craigslist!! Reported to IC3 and craiglist, BBB and local police. I knew it was a scam, and immediately googled and here I am. I also sourced it back on my webmail site IP and received a bunch of info I also forwarded to IC3. Thanks!

RE: Liza

Thanks for post about Wagner Mill Inc.. I created a separate post for this company so it gets more attention.

I applied for an office administrator positions and this was their email reply to me.

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This is another position i applied for on Craigslist which they didn't even bother to change the example brief report.

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What can happen if you do what they say to do

RE: CB4

If you wire them money you will end up losing that money or if you knowingly do business with a fraudster you yourself can be charged with a crime.

Hi I did receive their email 1 day ago that I was selected for this Job.Nowadays,I was applying for many jobs,sent my resume to them which was posted on Craigslist,but was a little skeptical when I saw this offer and my doubts proved to be right.I dont understand why the Hell they cheat or do this to ppl.A severe action should be taken for posting fake jobs/making fake calls.These idiots waste our time and energy.

Yes I received an email from these frauds as well. No basic business information and the request for sex & age is obviously illegal. I had applied for a different position and there are grammar issues in the job listing.I'm glad I googled this company/scam.