Operations Administrative Assistant

Description

• Track and order supplies for the plant and office.
• Help coordinate safety meetings, training sessions, and incident reporting.
• Monitor and report on KPIs and production metrics.
• Support onboarding and training coordination for new operations staff.
• Assist with data entry and record-keeping in ERP or manufacturing systems.
• Assist the EHS team with maintaining safety documentation and compliance records.
• Prepare and maintain reports, spreadsheets, and documentation related to production, inventory, and scheduling.
• May require occasional lifting of office supplies or documents.
• Support communication of safety policies and procedures across the plant.
• Maintain organized filing systems for safety records, compliance documents, and operational procedures.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements for operations leadership.
• Assist in preparing materials for audits and inspections.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing efforts.
• Serve as a liaison between operations, HR, safety, and other departments.
• Communicate with vendors, suppliers, and external partners as needed.

Requirements

• 1+ years of administrative experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor) is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Innovative & adaptable
• Occasional exposure to production floor environments.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic environment.
• Respectful and team oriented

Benefits

• Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.
• Office setting within a manufacturing plant.
• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance