Job Description
Job Description
Administrative Assistant : Freeport, Illinois
Our customer in Freeport, Illinois is seeking an organized and experienced Administrative Assistant to join their team full-time on 1st shift . This position provides high-level administrative support to the General Manager and plant operations team. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities of the Administrative Assistant :
- Provide administrative support to the General Manager and facility leadership team.
- Create, update, and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports to support plant operations.
- Monitor expense control and prepare facility variance reports.
- Assist with development and maintenance of S&OP charts and presentations.
- Maintain organized recordkeeping systems for key operational information, including customer visits, birthdays, anniversaries, and safety meeting notes.
- Post daily performance indicators and meeting notes on the Huddle Board.
- Track and maintain training, cross-training, and safety training logs.
- Maintain and monitor vacation schedules and attendance program reporting.
- Coordinate and support the facility’s Hero recognition program.
- Schedule and document safety meetings, distribute minutes, and track action items.
- Process new hire paperwork, verify I-9 documentation, and send completed information to Corporate HR.
- Serve as backup for billing, Wisetrac entries, inbound phone calls, and other administrative functions as needed.
- Coordinate meetings, order supplies, handle mailings, and assist with special projects as assigned.
Administrative Assistant Requirements and Qualifications :
High school diploma required; additional education or administrative certifications preferred.5–7 years of related administrative experience, preferably in a manufacturing or operations environment.Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills.High sense of urgency, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and SharePoint.Ability to work independently while supporting multiple departments.Demonstrates professionalism, confidentiality, and strong follow-through on assigned tasks.Pay for Administrative Assistant : Starting at $17 / hour, based on experience.
Administrative Assistant Benefits :
Health insurance.Paid time off.401k with company match.Paid weekly.Direct deposit.Paid training.Type : 1st Shift, Full-time
Schedule : Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm.
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