Administrative Assistant

Hutchinson; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutchinson in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an experienced Administrative professional to manage production data, reporting, and process improvements in a manufacturing setting.

You will develop Excel/PowerPoint presentations, support customer meetings and executive reviews, and help ensure data accuracy across three plants. Strong Excel skills and ERP familiarity are required, along with 5+ years in manufacturing administration.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charts).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update production databases.
• Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.
• Manage OT requests and compile OT reports by area.
• Collect, compile, and distribute safety reports across all three plants.
• Ensure timely communication of safety metrics and incident tracking.

Skills

Excel proficiency

PowerPoint

Organization

Communication

Data accuracy

Discretion

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Production tracking tools

Job description

• Maintain and update production databases.
• Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthlyProduction Reports.
• ManageOvertime (OT) Requestsand compileOT Reports by Area.
• Collect, compile, and distributeSafety Reportsacross all three plants.
• Ensure timely and accurate communication of safety metrics and incident tracking.

Presentation & Reporting

• Develop professional presentations for internal and external stakeholders usingMicrosoft ExcelandPowerPoint.
• Support the preparation of materials forcustomer meetings,executive reviews, andBoard presentations.
• Create clear, visually engaging graphs and dashboards to communicate key performance indicators (KPIs).

Innovation & Process Optimization

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, particularly ininformation flow optimization(e.g., scrap declaration processes).
• Identify and propose innovative solutions to streamline administrative and operational workflows.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualifications:

• Proficiency inMicrosoft Excel(pivot tables, advanced formulas, charts) andPowerPoint.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Experience in manufacturing or production environments preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and production tracking tools is a plus.

EDUCATION &/or EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration or related field (Bachelor’s preferred). 5+ years of administrative experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Proficiency inMicrosoft Excel(pivot tables, advanced formulas, charts) andPowerPoint.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Certified Administrative Professional (CAP)- preferred

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)- preferred

CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) or PMP (Project Management Professional)- preferred

Lean Six Sigma (Yellow Belt or Green Belt) - preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee will be in a shared office (cubicle) environment. There may be occasions where the employee will have tasks to perform in a Laboratory environment and a Manufacturing environment, where Personal Protective Equipment such as Hearing Protection, Safety Glasses and Safety Shoes are required.

What We Offer:

Competitive Compensation

Enjoy an attractive salary that reflects your skills, experience, and contributions.

Choose from a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance options to fit your needs and those of your family.

Company-Paid Coverage

We provide company-sponsored Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D Insurance, with the option to enhance your coverage through buy-up plans.

Generous Paid Time Off

Recharge with competitive PTO policies that support your personal time, holidays, and overall well-being.

Retirement Planning

Prepare for your future with our 401(k) retirement plan, featuring an employer match to help you grow your savings

Global Opportunities & Local Impact

Be part of a company that offers international collaboration and local empowerment, giving you the chance to make a real impact while building a global career.

Hutchinson is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Hutchinson believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Employment at Hutchinson is based on merit, competence, and qualifications, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for training and advancement for all employees. Hutchinson is also committed to making our application process accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Hutchinson is committed to protecting your personal data and adhering to data protection regulations, including the GDPR. We collect and process your data to provide our services and manage our operations, with measures in place to ensure its security. You have rights regarding your data, including access and erasure. Please refer to our full Privacy Policy for more details and contact information for data protection matters.

Job Info

• Job Identification 8670
• Job Category Administrative support
• Posting Date 09/01/2026, 08:12 PM
• Job Schedule Full time