Production Administrative Assistant

Sensient Technologies Corporation; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Sensient Technologies Corporation in Turlock, California is seeking an organized administrative professional to support a busy production team. The role includes reporting, scheduling, recordkeeping, expense tracking, training coordination, and general administrative duties on site.

You will work primarily in an office setting with periodic exposure to lab and manufacturing environments, contributing to efficient operations and data accuracy across departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Previous administrative or clerical experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain daily and monthly production reports, personnel information, labor reports, and related records.
• Support production scheduling by coordinating labor needs and managing employee time and payroll information.
• Coordinate team meetings, calendars, training programs, travel arrangements, and other administrative activities.
• Maintain accurate spreadsheets, forms, databases, safety records, material documentation, and department files.
• Track department expenses, utility usage and costs, supplies, and other operational information.
• Support environmental, health, and safety activities and related administrative responsibilities.
• Provide administrative and project support for production, engineering, facilities, and other operational needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Office software proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.

Position Summary:

If you are an organized, detail-oriented professional who enjoys keeping information accurate, coordinating schedules, and supporting a busy production team, this opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact. In this role, you will support production and engineering operations through reporting, scheduling, recordkeeping, training coordination, expense tracking, and general administrative support. This position is based at our Turlock, California facility, with periodic exposure to laboratory and manufacturing environments.

What you’ll do

• Prepare and maintain daily and monthly production reports, personnel information, labor reports, and related records.
• Support production scheduling by coordinating labor needs and managing employee time and payroll information.
• Coordinate team meetings, calendars, training programs, travel arrangements, and other administrative activities.
• Maintain accurate spreadsheets, forms, databases, safety records, material documentation, and department files.
• Track department expenses, utility usage and costs, supplies, and other operational information.
• Support environmental, health, and safety activities and related administrative responsibilities.
• Provide administrative and project support for production, engineering, facilities, and other operational needs.

What you’ll bring

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Previous administrative or clerical experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate information.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs and the ability to learn new software and systems.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with employees across different teams.
• Ability to work primarily in an office setting while periodically working in laboratory and manufacturing environments.

What you’ll get

• A varied role with exposure to production, engineering, safety, scheduling, and project coordination.
• Opportunities to develop your administrative and operational skills.
• A collaborative work environment where organization, initiative, and follow-through are valued.
• The opportunity to contribute to products and ingredients used by leading food manufacturers.
• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
• The opportunity to grow your knowledge and experience within a global organization.

About Sensient

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

About Sensient Agricultural Ingredients

Sensient Agricultural Ingredients is one of the largest producers and distributors in the world of dehydrated onion and garlic products as well as chili powder, paprika, chili pepper and dehydrated vegetables such as parsley, celery, and spinach. These ingredients are used in many of today's popular convenience foods. The Natural Ingredients unit is located in Turlock, California.

SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.

The hourly rate for this position is $21-$29 per hour. Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.