Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant (Temp-to-Hire)

Location: Houston, TX 77049

Pay: $20-$25/hour

Hours: 8am-5pm with a weekly meeting at 6am on one day a week

POSITION SUMMARY:

This role provides high-level administrative and strategic support to the General Manager and leadership team, serving as a trusted partner in managing plant communications, coordinating events, and supporting employee programs. You will play a key role in ensuring smooth plant operations while exercising strong judgment, professionalism, and confidentiality.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the first point of contact at the administrative office, greeting visitors, managing calls, and supporting interview coordination
• Coordinate plant events and calendars, including logistics, communication, catering, and vendor management
• Organize plant visits, meetings, and executive events, including scheduling, PPE coordination, and follow-ups
• Manage employee programs in partnership with HR (uniforms, safety glasses, lockers, drug testing, etc.)
• Design and coordinate internal communications and employee recognition initiatives
• Oversee office operations, supplies, cleanliness, and safety inspections
• Manage facility vendors including cleaning services and locker room operations
• Perform administrative duties such as mail distribution, supply ordering, document preparation, and bulletin board updates
• Support special projects and initiatives for the General Manager

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

We're looking for individuals who bring the right mix of experience, mindset, and motivation:

• 3–5 years of experience in an administrative or executive support role preferred
• Associate degree required or bachelor's degree in business administration preferred
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and provide proactive solutions
• Experience in fast-paced environments with demanding schedules
• High level of discretion and ability to manage confidential information

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES AND CAPABILITIES:

Success in this role is driven by a strong mix of personal ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We value team members who:

• Communicate clearly and constructively
• Collaborate effectively and contribute to team success
• Adapt to change with a positive, proactive mindset
• Take accountability and show initiative in their work
• Demonstrate reliability and pride in performance
• Prioritize safety and act with awareness
• Embrace feedback and use it to grow
• Maintain high attention to detail
• Drive continuous improvement and challenge the status quo
• Support and develop others through shared learning