ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Owen Industries•Carter Lake, IA
•$18 - $22•Onsite
About The Position
Owen Industries is looking for a dependable, personable Administrative Assistant to be the welcoming face and steady voice of our front office every weekday morning. This part-time position wraps up at noon — leaving your afternoons completely free — and offers a competitive hourly rate for the right person. If you're organized, professional, enjoy interacting with people, and take pride in keeping things running smoothly, this could be a great fit.
Requirements
- Excellent phone etiquette and verbal communication skills — you're professional, warm, and efficient on every call
- Strong written communication skills — attention to grammar, spelling, and professional presentation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite — Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Customer service oriented with a genuine desire to be helpful
- Professional demeanor and appearance — you represent Owen Industries to every visitor and caller
- Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision
- Reliable and punctual — the front desk depends on you being here every morning
- Collaborative, flexible, and willing to support the team wherever needed
Responsibilities
- Greet visitors and customers in a professional, friendly, and welcoming manner — you're the first impression of Owen Industries
- Answer and direct incoming calls to the appropriate associate or voicemail, providing callers with general company information as needed
- Type memos, correspondence, reports, and other documents with attention to correct grammar, spelling, and professional presentation
- Assist with clerical duties including photocopying, faxing, filing, and collating
- Coordinate pick-up and delivery of express mail (FedEx, UPS, etc.)
- Assist in the ordering, receiving, and distribution of office supplies and company apparel
- Administer all documentation accurately and on time
- Coordinate administrative tasks with the VP of Human Resources as assigned
- Support team members and promote a positive, collaborative work environment
- Participate in Continuous Improvement Programs and other company initiatives
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- $18–$22/hr depending on experience
- Done by noon every day — afternoons are always yours
- Monday–Friday only — weekends always free
- A welcoming, professional environment at a well-established company
- Supportive leadership and a team-first culture
- Opportunity to be a valued part of the Owen Industries team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
