Administrative Assistant - Peru, IL

Archer Daniels Midland•Peru, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

ADM is seeking an experienced, highly organized, and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support its Peru, Illinois fertilizer distribution operation. The operation manages the offload of dry and liquid fertilizer from barge transfer to U.S. regional locations, with products originating from around the world. This permanent, full-time, non-exempt position performs administrative work at the site and calls for initiative, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a professional, positive, and respectful manner.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
High school education or equivalent.
Ability and willingness to work overtime and weekends.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including prolonged standing and sitting; bending, kneeling, and climbing stairs and ladders; working in heat, cold, dust, and other conditions; and moving up to 50 pounds.
Ability to use a telephone for prolonged periods.

Nice To Haves

Computer skills, including previous experience with data entry using Microsoft Word and Excel.
Previous experience with office equipment such as a copier and fax machine.

Responsibilities

Weigh trucks.
Perform data entry.
Perform payroll duties.
Answer phones and file documents.
Assist with and perform month-end reporting and invoicing.

Benefits

Medical and prescription coverage.
Dental and vision coverage.
On-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement, as applicable.
Flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
401(k) with matching contributions and a cash balance plan.
Discounted employee stock purchasing program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Workers’ compensation.
Legal assistance and identity theft protection.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and colleague giving programs.
Paid time off, including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, including LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs.