Administrative Assistant

Wichita, KS

Full time

R101579

ABOUT POET

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty-five years, our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.

CULTURE IS KING AT POET

We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

POET is seeking a Full-Time Administrative Assistant to join our Team! As an Administrative Assistant, you will serve as the face of our POET Wichita office welcoming our employees and guests coming in the door! With a warm, welcoming smile, you will help set the tone for our visitors! Additionally, you will work directly with customers, team members and others to accurately and pleasantly take phone calls. If you are a people person, a problem solver with high initiative, detail oriented, a good team player, effective communicator and looking for an opportunity with a growing company in an exciting industry, we can provide you with all the necessary training and tools to be successful.

This is an on-site position located in Wichita, KS.

DURING A TYPICAL DAY

• Warmly greet team members and guests

• Manage multi-line phone system, providing excellent customer service to all callers

• Sort, distribute and file driver mail packets

• Occasionally run errands

• Assist with all-company events

• Problem-solve and find creative ways to meet various needs that arise on a typical day

• Maintain breakrooms

• Since we are all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

QUALIFICATIONS: WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 2+ years’ experience in an administrative support role or related field

• Experience working with Microsoft Office Word & Excel

STRENGTHS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

• High level of personal integrity

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail

• Strong organizational skills

• Sense of urgency which drives results

• Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization

• Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills

• Ability to embrace and promote change

• Innovative mindset

• Ability to think objectively

• Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty

• Ability to work in a team environment

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

At POET, we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

BENEFITSFor eligible team members

• Comprehensive benefits package: Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution

• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses

• Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions

• 401K with company match

• Paid time off and paid holidays – 40 hours available on day ONE!

• Paid Parental Leave

• Tuition reimbursement

• Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations

OTHER PERKSFor eligible team members

• A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually

• Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements

• Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements

• Discounted home and auto insurance

POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination.

Over the past 30 years of bioprocessing leadership, we've assembled the industry's strongest team of engineers, scientists, financial analysts and more. Along the way, we've carefully selected team members who share our core values and pride in everything we do.

That's common sense—and it's led to some of the most creative bioprocessing work in the world. The people of POET make working here a challenging, exhilarating place to advance a career. They accomplish great things for millions of Americans and find great satisfaction in helping our country in so many ways.