Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us. We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.
Position: General Administrative Assistant
Reports to: Department Manager
At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k with company match and profit-sharing
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Disability Pay
Life Insurance
Growth Opportunities and more!
What you'll be contributing:
Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
Performs general administrative activities including organizing and maintaining filing systems, processing paperwork and expense reports, prioritizing, distributing mail, making photocopies, filing, and taking phone messages.
Organizes and accurately maintains filing systems and confidential information.
Composes and types general business correspondence including memos and e-mails.
Prepares charts, tables, graphs and other presentation material.
Responds to various inquiries both internally and externally.
Sends out and receives mail and packages.
Organizes and schedules meetings, business travel, and program activities.
Completes administrative projects including but not limited to coordinating, tracking or analyzing events, researching information to respond to questions, creating spreadsheets and monthly reports or analyses, and organizing large volumes of material.
Takes meeting minutes, arranges for audiovisual equipment, and sets up meeting facilities.
Additional duties as assigned by supervisor
To succeed in this position, you will need:
High school graduation or equivalent is required
One year of previous administrative assistance experience.
Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
Willingness to learn, training will be provided
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Excellent clerical and written communication skills required.
Knowledge of office procedures and general office equipment.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure.
Ability to work well with all levels of staff, as well as outside clients and vendors.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Professional appearance, confidence, and considerable judgment & discretion in handling confidential information.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team-driven environment - flexibility and adaptability are key.
What to expect in a cement environment:
Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.
What's next for you?
We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies.
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.
