Seeking a Dedicated and Eager Admin Assistant in Des Moines!!

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and proactive individual to join our team as an Admin Assistant/Receptionist. This role is a blend of administrative and receptionist duties, with a strong emphasis on event planning and employee engagement. The ideal candidate will be a go-getter who enjoys being part of a team and is eager to take on a variety of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and organizing events, including ordering lunch for events at the plant and coordinating birthday lunches and dinners for employees.

• Utilize basic Excel skills to add items and manage data efficiently.

• Be an active team player who is proactive and always looking for ways to help and contribute.

• Ensure the lunch area is clean and tidy after lunch.

• Sit at the front desk, greet visitors warmly, and provide a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

• Run employee engagement activities, maintain a call-in log, and email it to the relevant people.

• Learn and use new programs, such as an app space for displaying information on TV monitors, and demonstrate proficiency in PowerPoint.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bilingual preferred.

• Required to lift or move up to 25 pounds.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Work Environment

• The shift is from 7am-3:30pm Monday-Friday. The environment is a newer office, very clean and professional, especially for a manufacturing facility.

• The dress code is business casual. This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, Iowa.

• Our family-like atmosphere creates a positive work environment that allows our employees to be high-performers because they feel comfort and compassion from their leader and team.

• Our culture is centered on our employees who embody our core values: Responsive, Attitude, Proactive, Integrity, Dependability, and Safety. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all our employees feel safe, valued, and have the opportunity to succeed.

• The Des Moines site has grown immensely within the last 5 years, adding multiple buildings to the plant while maintaining a family-like culture despite being a national company.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.