Office Administrator

Office Administrator Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Pay: $28.00 per hour Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Hours: 40 hours per week, with occasional overtime as needed Position Type: Temporary (6 months) with likely extensions Work Environment: 100% On-Site Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Office Administrator to support daily office operations within a manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a highly organized administrative professional who enjoys balancing office management, payroll support, reporting, vendor coordination, and employee engagement activities. The successful candidate will serve as a key administrative resource, supporting multiple departments while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and maintaining accurate records and reporting. Pay & Schedule $28.00 per hour Full-time, 40 hours per week Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Occasional overtime as needed 6-month assignment with strong potential for extensions Immediate start available What You'll Do Administrative & Office Support Manage schedules, meetings, and departmental communications Prepare reports, correspondence, and presentations Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems Support office operations and administrative processes Payroll & Timekeeping Assist with payroll-related activities Track employee time and attendance records Maintain accurate employee and departmental documentation Purchasing & Vendor Coordination Manage office supply ordering and inventory Serve as a point of contact for select vendors and service providers Process purchase order requisitions and assist with invoice-related tasks Reporting & Data Management Perform high-volume data entry with a high level of accuracy Compile, organize, and prepare reports for leadership review Track operational and administrative data as requested Employee Engagement & Event Coordination Assist with employee appreciation initiatives and activities Coordinate meals, events, and employee recognition programs Support charitable giving and community involvement efforts Cross-Functional Support Partner with Production, Finance, HR, Payroll, and EHS teams Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and business information Support special projects and operational initiatives as assigned Qualifications Required High School Diploma or equivalent 3+ years of professional administrative experience Experience supporting office operations in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational and time-management skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills High attention to detail and accuracy Ability to handle confidential information professionally Technical Skills Advanced proficiency with: Google Docs Google Sheets Google Slides Google Calendar Gmail Strong data entry and reporting skills Experience managing purchase order requisitions Preferred Experience supporting Payroll or Time & Attendance functions Experience supporting Finance, HR, Production, Safety, or Operations teams Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or production environments Vendor management or purchasing experience Work Environment & Physical Requirements Office-based position within a manufacturing facility May be required to walk through or work within production areas Must be able to wear required PPE, including: Steel-toe footwear Safety glasses Hearing protection Other required safety equipment Comfortable working in both office and plant environments Safety shoe reimbursement available Why Apply? Competitive pay at $28.00 per hour Stable Monday‑Friday schedule Opportunity to support multiple business functions and leadership teams Collaborative team environment Long-term assignment potential with likely extensions Immediate opportunity available Apply today if you're an organized, detail-oriented administrative professional looking for a rewarding role supporting office operations within a manufacturing environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr