Administrative Assistant

RITALKA, Inc • New Ulm, MN

5d • $22 - $34

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant performs administrative and office support activities and interacts with external callers and visitors, as well as internal staff at all levels. The role requires independent judgment to plan, prioritize, and organize a varied workload. The assistant supports executive leadership, office operations, records management, and client sourcing and marketing activities. RITALKA, Inc. is a family-owned specialty engineering and manufacturing business focused on creating jobs in rural communities.

Requirements

• Demonstrated reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of general office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Self-motivation and initiative to ask questions, solve problems, and work independently.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
• High school diploma or GED, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• At least 2 years of experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Create PowerPoint presentations independently after receiving the data.
• Respond professionally and promptly to emails and phone calls.
• Handle confidential and sensitive business, financial, personnel, and legal information with discretion.
• Serve as a liaison among executives, employees, customers, vendors, and business partners, fostering professional relationships.
• Assist with special projects, research, data collection, and report preparation as directed by executive leadership.
• Create Excel files independently from raw data.
• Support office operations by coordinating supplies, services, and administrative processes.
• Assist with client sourcing and online and social media marketing campaigns.
• Process data entry and maintain accurate electronic and paper filing systems.
• Maintain organized records and ensure documents are complete, accurate, and accessible.
• Assist with printing, sorting, and filing routine and ad hoc projects.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA/FSA options
• Accident and critical illness insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Term life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee-of-the-Month and Employee-of-the-Year recognition
• Onsite welding training and certifications
• RITALKA University
• Employee luncheons
• Company picnic
• Community volunteering

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED