Administrative Assistant - Engineering

Continental; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mobility solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Support professional to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be pivotal in ensuring smooth operations by managing schedules, preparing reports, and coordinating meetings. Your expertise in handling confidential information and maintaining organized databases will contribute to the efficiency of the department. This position offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will be valued, and you will have opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discounts

Competitive Bonus Programs

401k Match

Employee Assistance Program

Future Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in an administrative support role.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile expense reports and purchase orders.
• Manage department meetings and maintain accurate databases.

Skills

Administrative Support

Data Entry

Meeting Coordination

Document Management

Excel Proficiency

PowerPoint Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

In this role, you will perform administrative and office support activities for multiple managers. You will need to have the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. As part of your responsibilities, you will also schedule resources such as people, complex meetings, appointments, rooms, make travel arrangements and compose expense reports.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Prepare and reconcile expense reports, purchase orders, and invoice payments
• Create and edit presentations, reports, spreadsheets, and business correspondence
• Manage department meetings, including agendas, minutes, and follow-up on action items
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date databases and filing systems
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Track and follow up on delegated tasks and deadlines for the Plant Engineering Manager
• Support planning and coordination of company events and activities
• Perform general administrative duties such as mail distribution, faxing, copying, and document management
• Gather and input data into standardized Excel and PowerPoint templates with accuracy and a professional appearance
• Manage small facility related projects
• Follow all plant, ESH, CBS, quality, and department processes and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.

THE ENVIRONMENT

• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as steel toes, hearing protection and eye protection where required.
• This role is within a climate-controlled facility

Your profile

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• High School Diploma
• 3 years in an administrativesupport role

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• Associates Degree

Our offer

THE PERKS

• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
• Competitive Bonus Programs
• Employees 401k Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

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The expected annual salary range for this role is $45,000 to $54,000 a year.

Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply [e-mail] or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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About us

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic, and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental delivers top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2023, the Tires group sector generated sales of 14 billion euros. Continental's tire sector employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites. Are you ready to shape the future with us?

Field of work
Administration and Assistance

Location
Sumter

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Leadership level
Leading Self

Job flexibility
Onsite Job

Legal Entity
Continental Tire the Americas, LLC

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