Administrative Assistant I - 1st shift - Berryville Plant at Tyson Foods, Inc. in Berryville, Arkansas

Job Description:

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Job Details:




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Summary: This position is responsible for performing a variety of routine administrative duties to support the smooth operation of the office. Key tasks include typing professional correspondence, data entry, organizing and maintaining records, handling telephone communications, greeting visitors, sorting and distributing mail, preparing shipments, photocopying, maintaining files, generating reports, scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, ordering supplies, and performing other duties or special projects as assigned. This position also is responsible for supporting the efforts of the purchasing manager and processes within the purchasing department. This position will assist with vendor/partner processes, receiving & maintenance of purchase requisitions as well a purchasing and cost management for supplies, materials, repairs and equipment as needed.



Responsibilities:


Type professional correspondence, memos, and other documents.


Perform data entry and organize records.


Maintain detailed and accurate order entries.


Operate a switchboard or answer a multi-line telephone, handle routine inquiries, direct calls, or take messages.


Communicate on the radio system.


Greet and direct visitors.


Sort and distribute mail and faxes.


Prepare UPS and Federal Express shipments.


Photocopy documents and maintain files.


Generate reports as required.


Schedule meetings and coordinate travel reservations.


Order and maintain office supplies.


Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.


Supporting the efforts of the purchasing manager and processes within the purchasing department.


Assist with vendor/partner processes, receiving & maintenance of purchase requisitions as well a purchasing and cost management for supplies, materials, repairs and equipment as needed



Requirements:

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  Education: High School diploma or equivalent.


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  Experience: 1+ years of relevant experience.


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  Computer Skills: Proficient in standard computer applications, including generating simple letters, spreadsheets, and graphics, or creating simple queries and formatted data output.


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  Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


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  Special Skills: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-tasking is essential.

This role requires a highly organized individual with strong communication skills who can efficiently manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic office setting.



Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No



Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)


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Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.


We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.



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