ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT [United States]

 

Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today!

Knife River has an excellent opportunity to join our Prestress team in Harrisburg, OR. The open position is for a full time in-office Administrative Assistant.

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Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Office reception, phones, customer service

Ensure the office is clean and organized

Order and maintain office supplies

Job costing Kronos timesheets

Daily processing and distribution of Kronos reports

Monthly processing and distribution of job cost reports

Resolving timecard discrepancies

Participate in set up of new hires in various systems

Coordination with vendors

Plan and execute monthly plantwide luncheons and other events as needed

Scan and send documents as needed

Print and distribute documents as needed

Provide general administrative support to Harrisburg Prestress operations

Various special assignments as needed

Compensation:
$19.00 - $21.00/hr

Minimum Qualifications:

Thorough knowledge of standard administrative functions and equipment

Strong computer skills including experience using Microsoft products

Ability to multi-task, prioritize duties and work independently

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Impeccable attention to detail

Ability to follow process

Integrity, professionalism, discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality is essential

Dependability, punctuality & solid attendance

Ability to speak Spanish a plus

High School diploma or equivalent

A valid Oregon driver’s license with a clean driving record

Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen including marijuana

Benefits:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts

401K with Company Match

Profit Sharing

8 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Safety Incentives

Years of Service Recognition

How To Apply:

To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.mdu.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call 541-693-5900 to speak with a human resources representative.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us!

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to this position:

Army: Finance Specialist, Administrative Specialist
Coast Guard: Storekeeper
Navy: Logistic Specialist, Accounting Officer, Personnel Specialist
Marines: Administrative Specialist, Finance Technician, Financial Management Specialist

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