Operations Administrator

Nidec; Lexington (TN); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec is seeking an Operations Administrative Assistant to support the operations team with clerical duties, inventory monitoring, and audit tasks. This role involves coordinating data entry, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration to keep projects on track.

The position emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work under moderate supervision within a production environment. First shift in the United States is typical.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an administrative or operations support role.
• Experience with data entry, documentation and correspondence.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the operations team, including data entry, answering calls, document management and correspondence.
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining inventory levels, tracking stock movements, and coordinating restocking.
• Lead 3Q6S area audits and report progress to management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution and operations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports related to operations, such as metrics and inventory.

Skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree

Job description

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality. All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

The Operations Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of our operations. They will work closely with the operations team to provide administrative and organizational support. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the success of the organization and gain valuable experience in power generation manufacturing.

Job Description

The Administrative Assistant performs key functions that include clerical support, travel, meeting arrangements, payroll, and financial policy administration. The Administrative Assistant's efficient and timely attention to duties is key to position success and greatly increases the focus and attention of Leadership.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the operations team, including data entry, Answer and direct phone calls, document management and correspondence.
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining inventory levels, tracking stock movements, and coordinating restocking activities.
• Lead 3Q6S area audits and report progress to management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the smooth execution of projects and operational tasks.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports and documentation related to operations, such as key metrics, past dues, and inventory reports.
• Identify and address operational issues and challenges in a timely manner, seeking solutions and improvements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and industry regulations related to operations.

Experience/Skills

• Proven experience in an administrative or operations support role
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and other relevant software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong problem solving skills and a positive attitude

Education

Associate degree or equivalent work experience.

Additional Job Details

Support - Production - S2 Organizational Impact

• Works to deliver on day-to-day objectives with moderate impact on achievement of results for the team
• Work consists of tasks that are typically routine, with some deviation from standard practice
• Works under moderate supervision for routine tasks
• May seek advice of more senior employees in the same team

Communication & Influence

• Communicates with contacts typically within the team on matters that involve obtaining or providing information requiring some explanation or interpretation in order to reach agreement

Innovation & Complexity

• Checks and makes minor adjustments to work methods to solve problems that are routine and typically exist in current work processes and systems
• May be required to highlight areas of concerns/problems to supervisor in own team
• Daily challenges are generally routine, but may require interpretation of procedures or policies to resolve problems

Leadership & Talent Management

• May provide guidance or assistance to new or entry-level employees

Knowledge & Experience

• Requires basic job knowledge of systems and procedures obtained through prior work experience or education
• Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience. May require vocational or technical education

Equal Employment Opportunity

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affinitive Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf.

Work Shift Schedule

First Shift (United States of America)

No Soliciting

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.

Industry Overview

Nidec has worked its way up to become the world's No.1 manufacturer of small precision motors. In the process, Nidec has gradually expanded its product lineup to include a variety of small to large motors, application products for machinery, electronic and optical components. At present, its products are used in a wide range of fields and devices including information and telecommunications equipment, office equipment, home appliances, automobiles, industrial equipment, and environmental energy. \"For Everything that Spins and Moves\", the Group is creating next-generation drive technologies to meet the needs of the society.