Jobs · OTHR · Iowa

Bilingual Office Assistant

Mom's Meals | A Purfoods Company · Grinnell, IA · 3 days ago
OTHRFull-time

About the Role

An Office Administrator is the first point of contact and provides administrative support for the facility. This position will coordinate front-desk activities, redirect phone calls, and streamline office operations. The role ensures visitors and team members are welcomed and executes all administrative tasks at a high level. We are looking for an excellent team player to build positive relationships with employees and guests.

Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative assistance including reception, guest logs, security badge control, filing, answering phone calls, and other requests.
  • Assist both HR and managers/supervisors with translation.
  • Schedule and organize meetings both on-site and remotely.
  • Answer phones using a multi-line phone system, transfer calls to various departments, and take messages.
  • Support upper-level staff and HR-related work (e.g., interview coordination, new hire class support).
  • Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude.
  • Take initiative and offer creative solutions to problems.
  • Serve as the liaison and go-to person for office questions and inquiries.
  • Conduct and monitor wellness screenings for team members.
  • Maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality when dealing with employee and company information.
  • Coordinate office and facility tasks, including monitoring, ordering, and stocking office, breakroom, and cleaning supplies.
  • Coordinate with cleaning staff and building manager, ensure facility needs are addressed, and manage outside vendors.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish).
  • Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and multi-tasking skills.
  • Previous experience with Microsoft applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of receptionist, HR administrative, or related experience.
  • Ability to manage multiple schedules via MS Outlook.
  • Excellent attendance history.
  • Exceptional communication and people skills.
  • Ability to interact effectively with senior leadership, outside vendors, and internal and external customers.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate Degree or 2 years of technical training or college degree.
  • Previous experience working in a manufacturing/production facility.

Physical Requirements

  • Repetitive motions that include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
  • Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or remaining in a stationary position for prolonged periods.
  • Visual perception to perform job including peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to lift up to 10-20 lbs.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM.

About the Company

Mom’s Meals is a home-delivered meal service providing fully prepared, refrigerated meal solutions direct to homes nationwide since 1999. We provide seniors, patients recovering post-discharge, and those managing a chronic condition with tailored nutrition solutions to manage their specific needs. We are a family-operated business looking for fun, compassionate, and friendly people who want to make a difference in the lives of others.

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