Plant Office Administrator - 1st Shift

Summary

Play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our plant. As a Plant Office Administrator, you will provide administrative and clerical support to multiple cross-functional departments, helping ensure efficient operations, accurate documentation, and seamless coordination across the facility. You will collaborate with teams throughout the plant, assist with a variety of administrative processes, and contribute to a productive and well-organized work environment. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, organized professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, providing exceptional support, and making a meaningful impact across multiple teams.

Compensation

This position has a target wage of $20.00 - $30.00 per hour, based on shift, experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). Overtime may be available. In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Schedule

1st Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to cross-functional departments.
• Ensure compliance with verification of all documents completed and submitted daily, including on-floor and paperwork verification of NAE PVP, APF PVP, and Organic Programs.
• Provide support to Quality Assurance and Food Safety supervisors and managers on assigned duties.
• Enter laboratory data and prepare customer and in-house samples.
• Review and file HACCP, SSOP, and supporting documentation daily and report issues to Quality Assurance and Food Safety supervisors and managers.
• Record information obtained on monitoring records and enter data into electronic systems.
• Answer phones, field questions, redirect calls, and take messages and orders.
• Communicate with customers, associates, and others to answer questions, address complaints, and explain information.
• Maintain company record systems to ensure accurate files.
• Operate office equipment, including photocopiers, scanners, telephone and voicemail systems, and computers.
• Monitor office supply inventory and restock supplies when shortages occur.
• Sort and distribute incoming mail and prepare outgoing mail, including envelopes and packages.
• Perform additional responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Minimum Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 - 4 years of related experience.
• Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Possess general knowledge of plant functions, including production, maintenance, warehouse, shipping, and sanitation.
• Possess knowledge of standard software applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Food manufacturing experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Physical Requirements And Environmental Factors

• Position is primarily sedentary but may require occasional movement to other offices or buildings.
• Move light equipment or supplies from one location to another.
• Access files, supplies, and equipment as needed.
• Work in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment.
• When working in a plant environment, be exposed to wet and moist floors, including metal and plastic grating surfaces.
• Exposure may include temperatures ranging from 28 degrees Fahrenheit to 100 degrees Fahrenheit, humidity levels up to 100%, product temperatures from 25 degrees Fahrenheit to 50 degrees Fahrenheit, noise levels from 50 dB to 110 dB, and chemicals used in a poultry food processing facility.
• Wear and use all protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.