ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Job description

Would you like to be part of a growth-oriented and industry-leading company who cares about its family of employees and prides itself on doing the right things for its business and people?

Global Harvest Foods is a national manufacturer in the bird feeding industry with a rich 40 -year history of delighting many “A” list retailers with our branded and private label product lines. Our manufacturing & distribution facilities are located strategically throughout the United States to provide our retail partners with the highest quality products and optimized service levels.

 We are looking for an experienced and confident Administrative Assistant to join our team located at our Waite Park, MN manufacturing facility. This position will report to the Plant Manager and be responsible for assisting the Plant Manager with paperwork and administrative support to ensure smooth plant operations, supporting all departments with necessary documentation, as well as general office duties.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Prepare bills of lading and packing lists for all outbound shipments.

Maintain all employment records for plant personnel.

Function as a primary communication channel for all plant employees.

Check PO’s against delivery slips and place orders.

Create purchase orders for approved purchases.

Scan approved PO’s to corporate office for payment.

Perform general office duties to include answering telephones, directing telephone calls, distributing mail, sending outgoing mail and tracking UPS shipments.

Clean and organize office.

Assist Plant Manager and Operations Manager with special projects.

Interact with customers, employees and vendors, in -person and on the phone, in a professional manner.

Assist with new hire documentation and orientation along with drug testing.

Human Resources liaison between plant and corporate office.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.

A minimum of 1 to 2 years related experience and/or training.

Ability to perform basic math functions along with moderate calculations and variables.

Ability to read, analyze and interpret common business documents.

Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.

Proficient using Microsoft Suite as well as experience with Internet Explorer.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and team-oriented, with strong communication skills.

Bilingual in Spanish a plus

Global Harvest Foods offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package.

 For immediate consideration, please send your resume and cover letter.

 A pre-employment drug screen will be conducted prior to a job offer being made.

 Equal Opportunity Employer

 Job Type: Full-time

 Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

 Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

 401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule:

 8 hour shift

Day shift

Monday to Friday

No nights

Experience:

Administrative: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

 Waite Park, MN 56387 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Waite Park, MN 56387: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person