The Office Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day office operations, managing administrative functions, and ensuring smooth communication between departments and locations. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a start-up manufacturing environment and help support the efficient operations for the facility. This role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will be able to multitask, prioritize tasks, and maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities
Office Administration: Manage daily office operations, including overseeing office supplies, equipment, and general administrative needs. Coordinate visits and related activities, such as logistics and security protocols. Maintain a clean, organized, and professional office environment. Handle office correspondence (emails, phone calls, and mail) and direct them to the appropriate departments or personnel. Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate travel arrangements for team members. Organize and maintain filing systems, both physical and digital.
Support Manufacturing Teams: Act as a liaison across departments between the NJ site and India to ensure smooth communication and timely issue resolution. Provide administrative support to Site Manager, including data entry, report generation, and document preparation. Assist with the preparation of production schedules, inventory tracking, and other operational reports.
Human Resources and Payroll Support: Assist with new hire onboarding, including documentation, orientation, and coordination with HR. Collaborate with HR to ensure compliance with company policies and safety regulations.
Budget and Inventory Management: Monitor and manage office and production supplies inventory. Assist in budgeting for office expenses and ensure efficient use of resources. Process purchase orders, track deliveries, and coordinate with suppliers as needed.
Health and Safety Support: Ensure the office environment complies with all safety regulations and company policies. Assist in coordinating safety training sessions and maintaining health and safety records.
General Support: Assist with special projects and initiatives as directed by site leadership. Provide excellent customer service to internal teams and external visitors, vendors, and contractors. Maintain confidential information and handle sensitive data with discretion.
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, Associate's Degree or higher preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of administrative experience, preferably in a regulated industry such as pharmaceutical or biotech.
Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software. The ability to work independently and as part of a team. The ability to handle confidential information with discretion. The ability to make sound decisions based on available information.
Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.