Operations Assistant

ManpowerGroup

Madison (WI)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan
Dental Plan
Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking an Operations Assistant in Madison, WI to join the Triage team supporting sample processing and logistical operations. The role emphasizes organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude.

You will go through sample boxes, sort samples based on priority, scan packages into the tracking database, flag priority samples and record quantities. You will also label samples, assist with shipping and dock operations, and participate in team efforts.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; degree preferred for growth opportunities
  • Experience in a fast-paced work environment (1-2 years preferred)
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with computers and software applications
  • Prompt and reliable work ethic

Responsibilities

  • Go through sample boxes, sort samples based on priority
  • Scan packages into the tracking database, flag priority samples and record quantities
  • Physically label samples for larger projects, ensuring accuracy and organization
  • Assist with taking photographs of packages and samples as needed
  • Support shipping, receiving, and dock operations as part of team efforts

Skills

Organizational skills
Attention to detail
Computer proficiency
Proactive attitude

Education

High School Diploma
Degree preferred

Job description

Our client, a leader in the scientific and research industry, is seeking a dedicated Operations Assistant to join their team. As an Operations Assistant, you will be part of the Triage team supporting sample processing and logistical operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude, which will align successfully within the organization.

Job Title:

Operations Assistant

Location:

Madison, WI

Pay Range:

$19

Shift:

First shift, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (with occasional overtime and weekend rotation)

What's the Job?
  • Go through sample boxes, sort samples based on priority
  • Scan packages into the tracking database, flag priority samples and record quantities
  • Physically label samples for larger projects, ensuring accuracy and organization
  • Assist with taking photographs of packages and samples as needed
  • Support shipping, receiving, and dock operations as part of team efforts
What's Needed?
  • High school diploma or equivalent; degree preferred for growth opportunities
  • Experience in a fast-paced work environment (1-2 years preferred)
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with computers and software applications
  • Prompt and reliable work ethic
What's in it for me?
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment
  • Potential promotional pathways into sample entry, sample prep, or logistics support roles
  • Engagement in meaningful work supporting scientific research
  • Consistent schedule with overtime opportunities
  • Competitive hourly pay of $19/hr
Upon completion of waiting period, associates are eligible for:
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Dental Plan
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k)

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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