Administrative Assistant to the Factory Manager (Cabinetry)

Administrative Assistant to the Factory Manager (Furniture)

SUMMARY
We are a residential property development company offering turnkey solutions from design to manufacture and construction. We are currently setting up a furniture factory and distribution centre in Park Royal London and a position is available for a candidate to provide administrative support to the factory manager. Duties include general clerical and project based work. CANDIDATE MUST HAVE JOINERY FACTORY/WORKSHOP EXPERIENCE.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Answer telephones and transfer to appropriate staff member.
2. Create and modify documents using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
3. Research, price, and purchase raw materials and supplies.
4. Perform general clerical duties to include but not limited to: photocopying, faxing, mailing, and filing.
5. Maintain hard copy and electronic filing system.
6. Sign for and distribute UPS/Fed Ex/Airborne packages.
7. Coordinate and maintain records for staff office space, phones, parking, petty cash and office keys.
8. Setup and coordinate meetings and conferences.
9. Maintain and distribute staff weekly schedules.
10. Collect and maintain PC inventory.
11. Support staff in assigned project based work.
12. Assist with HR administrative tasks
13. Assist with local authority and regulatory issues.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide office orientation for new employees.
2. Setup accommodation and entertainment arrangements for company visitors.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
1. Experienced and familiar with the a manufacturing or warehousing
2. Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent.
3. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and telephone protocol. Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to type 50 wpm. This is normally acquired through one to three years of clerical experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions are normal for an office environment.

SALARY
£15000 – £28000 depending on experience and skill.