Administrative Assistant

Farwest Steel Corporation•Auburn, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Western Coating, a nearly 40-year-old company operating under the incorporation of 70-year-old Farwest Steel, is seeking a motivated Administrative Assistant. This position is described as challenging and rewarding, requiring a positive demeanor, willingness to join the organization, multitasking abilities, great communication skills, accurate data entry, and a pleasant/friendly personality for customer interactions in person or on the phone. The ideal candidate is a career-oriented team player. Farwest Steel Corporation has been a prominent metal solutions provider in the Western United States since 1956, offering products and services that allow customers to consolidate suppliers. The company has over 600 employees across 7 Western States and strives to provide a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse, and team-based atmosphere to support its vision of being the preeminent metal solutions provider.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Must have high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Must be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Professional phone demeanor a must
Ability to work in a team environment and treat our customers with courtesy and tact
Ability to proficiently complete simple mathematical calculations
Must be able to perform tasks in a timely manner
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft programs required

Responsibilities

Order entry into industry specific software – Applied Systems Associates and Sage MAS500
Generate material certifications in Microsoft Office Suite of products for review and consideration by third party inspectors
Daily filing and updating of job files
Frequently review and close jobs as needed to prepare files for long term storage
Provide excellent customer service by promptly answering phone calls, assisting with any certification questions, scheduling, and quote requests as needed
Cross train in other office positions to cover vacations, etc.
Check inbound faxes, handle UPS Shipments, send samples to DOT’s as required, and process any credit card payments
Order office supplies as needed to avoid negative quantities
Dispatch for repairs on office equipment and ensure equipment is properly maintained