Administrative Assistant

Join the #FruitFam here at Welch's!

Welch's is on a journey towards our bold ambition of being the global-leader of convenient, good for you fruit-based food and beverages. To turn this goal into a reality we need you and other exceptionally talented, agile, and innovative individuals who are eager to contribute to something extraordinary!

At Welch's, we're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of a vibrant, authentic, and inclusive culture where you not only belong, but also have the opportunity to unleash the best, most authentic version of you.

POSTION SUMMARY:

We're looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our team. The Administrative Assistant will support and provide vacation coverage to the Finance staff, maintain office supply inventory, and complete various tasks in Quality, Human Resources, and the processing department.

Where You'll Work

This role will be based out of our North East, Pennsylvania manufacturing facility, just outside of Erie. Immerse yourself in a dynamic workplace where innovation thrives and collaboration is key.

What You'll Do:

• • Assist with seasonal reporting of our annual harvest to ensure proper accounting of our main ingredient delivered by our grower owners
  • Monitor and maintain office supply inventory, ensuring necessary stock levels are met and orders are placed promptly to support seamless daily operations

• Support finance positions with the daily production performance reporting, inventory control, and payroll responsibilities as well as providing vacation coverage. Items such as but not limited to:

• Payroll reconciling and processing
• Balancing tanks, ingredients, and packed product inventory with physical counts
• Produce processing and packaging production reporting
• Distribute labor to production batches

• Assist with the onboarding paperwork for new hires at the plant
• Assist HR with the creation and entry of the daily labor schedule to ensure accuracy and visibility in the system
• Support new initiatives through reconciling / auditing information as we move to new systems and convert paper files to electronic.
• Support and participate in employee engagement activities and safety audit / EHS program
• Partner with Finance, HR, Processing and other departments to support daily activity on an as needed basis.

Who You Are:

• The successful candidate must possess the ability to work with minimal direct supervision. This position will be responsible for completing time sensitive work in a fast- paced environment. Candidate must be able to interact well with others at all levels of the company, specifically plant supervisory and office / technical employees. Flexibility and a positive attitude are important.

What You'll Need:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration preferred
• 1-2 years experience in a fast paced, detail-oriented work environment
• Must possess advanced skills in word processing and spreadsheets specifically with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, etc.

• Knowledge of Oracle a plus
• Knowledge of UKG Kronos a plus

At Welch's we value diversity, a passion for what you do, and a commitment to continuous learning. Even if you do not feel you meet every requirement listed, but this role aligns with your strengths and goals we encourage you to apply. Join us and contribute to something extraordinary.

Welch's is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity in hiring and building a dynamic, strong workforce. We are committed to the prevention of employment discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and/or military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

What You'll Enjoy:

• Organization with a bold, clear purpose & vision for the future
• Inclusive Culture: Be a part of an inclusive workplace where you not only belong but also have the opportunity to be the best version of yourself
• Passionate Community: You are encouraged to have a voice, share your opinions, and have individual impact on the success of the business
• Paid Time Off and Holidays: Available immediately for you to enjoy time away from the office to rest and recharge
• Paid Volunteer Time Off: 40 hours of paid volunteer time for all non-union employees
• Development & Advancement: Formal and informal opportunities to develop and grow your career
• Compensation Package Consisting of Competitive Base Salary and Annual Incentive Plan (Bonus)
• 401K plan with Generous Company Match
• Flexible Benefits from your first day: Choose the benefits that meet your needs and preferences
  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Additional benefits available through Perks at Work
• Paid parental (and adoption) leave - Available after 12 months of employment

Welch's offers more than just a job - it's an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make a global impact with a passionate community.