Administrative Assistant

Quanex; Georgia; On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Bonus Potential

401K with 5% company match

ESPP 15% immediate return

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition support for education

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Quanex is seeking an Administrative Assistant in Jackson, GA to support leadership and streamline office operations. The role emphasizes confidential correspondence, coordination of schedules, and frontline support for internal and external stakeholders.

You will prepare high-level reports, assist with invoicing and budget monitoring, and help maintain a professional workspace. Excellent communication and independence are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1–2 years of office experience in a manufacturing environment or an Associate degree in Office Administration or equivalent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain credibility and confidentiality.
• Proficient in computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to operate with a high degree of independence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate office services, including personnel, meeting schedules, housekeeping, and record control.
• Prepare routine and advanced correspondence, ensuring confidentiality and timeliness.
• Assist accounting department with mailing invoices, checks, etc.
• Screen telephone calls, receive visitors, and resolve routine inquiries.
• Apply knowledge of department policies, procedures and support other departments as needed.
• Manage strategy and planning of meetings and special events. May be required to monitor and control event budgets and negotiate all necessary contracts.
• Relieve department leaders of administrative functions.
• Prepare and administer high-level management reports and presentations.
• Prepare workspaces for new employees and maintain a presentable office environment.
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Office administration

Education

Associate degree in Office Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quanex is looking for an Administrative Assistant to join us in Jackson, GA.

The Administrative Assistant plays a crucial role in facilitating communication, managing administrative tasks, and ensuring the smooth operation of the office environment. This position supports both internal and external stakeholders while assisting leadership in their daily responsibilities.

We Offer You!

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus Potential
• 401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years
• 15% immediate return if you participate in the company’s ESPP
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Employer paid disability plans and life insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Various Work Schedules
• Tuition support for degree and continuous education
• Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment

What’s attractive about the Administrative Assistant position?

• Growth Potential
• Team-Oriented Environment

What Success Looks Like

• Coordinate office services, including personnel, meeting schedules, housekeeping, and record control.
• Prepare routine and advanced correspondence, ensuring confidentiality and timeliness.
• Assist accounting department with mailing invoices, checks, etc.
• Screen telephone calls, receive visitors, and resolve routine inquiries.
• Apply knowledge of department policies, procedures and support other departments as needed.
• Manage strategy and planning of meetings and special events. May be required to monitor and control event budgets and negotiate all necessary contracts.
• Relieve department leaders of administrative functions.
• Prepare and administer high-level management reports and presentations.
• Prepare workspaces for new employees and maintain a presentable office environment.
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Your Credentials

• Minimum of 1–2 years of office experience in a manufacturing environment or an Associate degree in Office Administration or equivalent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain credibility and confidentiality.
• Proficient in computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to operate with a high degree of independence.

Pay Range is $19.50 per hour to $26 per hour commensurate with experience.

About Quanex, A Part Of Something Bigger

Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.