Administrative Assistant (Onsite - Torrance, CA)

Danaher Corporation•Torrance, CA

1d•$29 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Phenomenex, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. Phenomenex isn’t your typical scientific company. Founded nearly 40 years ago, Phenomenex is a global technology leader committed to developing novel analytical chemistry solutions that solve the separation and purification challenges of researchers, advancing the future of scientific analysis and investigation, ensuring the quality of essentials like your food, water, shampoo, and even cold medication. Be part of our global success and together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for daily reception-related duties, but with a heavy emphasis on office management, vendor management, and event planning/execution. This role will also assist the Executive Assistant in supporting the executive team with various tasks. This position reports to the Administrative Manager & Executive Assistant and is part of the Administrative Team located onsite in our Torrance, CA office. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Support the executive team by managing administrative needs, including expense reports, team requests, and planning and executing onsite and offsite events, including philanthropy initiatives. Co-manage administrative form requests, food and event services, office supplies, and small office-related projects. Manage front desk reception by greeting customers, vendors, and associates, handling call transfers, and reviewing, organizing, scanning, and distributing mail and faxes.

Requirements

3+ years' work experience in administrative support
2+ years' experience using Microsoft 365 (Word, Teams, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
2+ years working in corporate culture
Ability to lift, move or carry equipment up to 25 pounds

Nice To Haves

Event planning
Working with executives

Responsibilities

Support the executive team by managing administrative needs, including expense reports, team requests, and planning and executing onsite and offsite events, including philanthropy initiatives.
Co-manage administrative form requests, food and event services, office supplies, and small office-related projects.
Manage front desk reception by greeting customers, vendors, and associates, handling call transfers, and reviewing, organizing, scanning, and distributing mail and faxes.