Administrative Assistant

Grimmway Produce Group; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Vision allowance

401(k)

PTO & Sick Time

Life insurance

Gym membership

Theme park tickets

Job summary

Grimmway Produce Group in Lamont, CA, seeks an Administrative Assistant to support the Director of Farm Services and the Office Manager, while assisting the Spray and Compost Departments. This role ensures efficient workflow and precise documentation across departments.

The ideal candidate has at least two years in administrative support, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to manage confidential information. A valid driver's license is required for this day shift role.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of professional experience in administrative support.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to learn enterprise software (AIMS, INFOR).
• Strong data management and documentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Confidentiality and discretion with sensitive information.
• Ability to collaborate across departments.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Director of Farm Services and the Office Manager.
• Assist the Spray and Compost Departments as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and data integrity across systems.
• Coordinate interdepartmental communications and scheduling.

Skills

Typing

Filing

Spreadsheet management

Office procedures

Microsoft Office

AIMS

INFOR

Written and verbal communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

AIMS

INFOR

Job description

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

LOCATION: MTN. VIEW FARMING DIVISION - LAMONT, CA

SHIFT: DAY

About the Opportunity:

Grimmway Produce Group is seeking an Administrative Assistant responsible to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Director of Farm Services and the Office Manager while assisting the Spray and Compost Departments. This position serves as an operational cornerstone, ensuring efficient workflow, accurate documentation, and seamless interdepartmental communication. Whether you are a current GPG team member looking to grow your career or a professional seeking a rewarding opportunity in agriculture, this position offers the chance to contribute to one of the world’s largest carrot and organic vegetable grower, packer, and shippers. At GPG, we take pride in delivering fresh, healthy, and safe products to communities while caring for the earth’s natural resources and investing in our family of employees—come grow with us!

What You Will Need:

• Minimum two years of professional experience in administrative support, including typing, filing, spreadsheet management, and office procedures Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Demonstrated ability to learn and operate enterprise software systems (AIMS, INFOR).
• Strong data management and systems experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented approach to document handling and data integrity.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
• Ability to work collaboratively across diverse personalities and departmental structures.
• Willingness to accept both advanced and routine administrative tasks.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a driving record that meets company policy, insurance, and DMV requirements.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment screening consistent with applicable state and federal law.

Benefits

Total Rewards: $18.00 - $22.00 / HOUR

• Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
  • Subsidized benefits package including Medical and Dental coverage.
  • Generous vision reimbursement allowance for each covered family member per calendar year.
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid Time Off/Paid Sick and Safe Time
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Subsidized gym membership
  • Discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California