Hands-On Production & Admin Specialist

JRK Seed Company; Delano (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Scholarship opportunities

Employee discounts

Health and Welfare insurances

401k savings with company match

Employee referral bonus

Internship program

Job summary

JRK Seed Company is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support Sales, Office Management, and Operations in Delano, MN. The role combines traditional administrative tasks with hands-on inventory and production duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

You will facilitate order processing, document control, reporting, and coordination for trade shows, while collaborating with Marketing and the Office Manager on company-wide needs. This on-site position offers full-time hours and benefits.

Qualifications

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Able to manage a range of administrative and logistical tasks efficiently.
• Comfortable working in both office and physical environments.
• Tech-savvy with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and general database procedures.
• Strong communicator with time management and problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience in an administrative, operations, or customer service role.
• Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing sales and administrative support
• Process billing and Bill of Materials for production runs
• Organize, scan, and file sales order documents; maintain accurate records
• Assist with customer order changes, proofs, and control documentation
• Prepare reports and assist with meeting logistics
• Manage mail distribution, deliveries, and product shipment processing
• Organize and maintain backroom product inventory
• Handle sample product requests for Sales team; pack, label, and ship
• Assist in planning and preparation for trade shows and sales meetings
• Support Marketing with sample photos and product descriptions
• Help manage product donations and office supply inventories
• Collaborate with Office Manager on office-wide needs and special projects

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Independence

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Database procedures

Job description

JRK Seed Company is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support Sales, Office Management, and Operations in Delano, MN. The role combines traditional administrative tasks with hands-on inventory and production duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

You will facilitate order processing, document control, reporting, and coordination for trade shows, while collaborating with Marketing and the Office Manager on company-wide needs. This on-site position offers full-time hours and benefits.