Operations Admin Assistant

Operations Administrative Assistant

Location: LaPorte, IN
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Overtime as Needed)
Pay: $24.00–$27.00 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time | Hourly, Non-Exempt

Worldwide Foam is looking for a highly organized and motivated Operations Administrative Assistant to support our Operations Manager and help keep our manufacturing facility running efficiently. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys variety in their day, and wants to play a key role in supporting production, shipping, inventory, safety, and operational initiatives.

• Support daily operations across production, shipping, receiving, and administrative functions.
• Prepare reports, metrics, presentations, and operational documentation.
• Maintain employee training records, compliance documentation, and departmental files.
• Assist with ERP transactions, including work orders, fulfillments, and inventory receipts.
• Coordinate onboarding activities for new employees.
• Purchase office and operational supplies while monitoring inventory levels.
• Schedule inbound deliveries and coordinate logistics.
• Assist with fleet administration, vehicle maintenance scheduling, and driver documentation.
• Coordinate projects by tracking milestones, deadlines, and action items.
• Serve as a liaison between departments to support operational goals.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Previous administrative or operations support experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable learning and working within ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.
• Experience with ISO documentation or quality systems is a plus.
• Experience using AI tools to improve productivity is a plus.

• Monday–Friday schedule with evenings and weekends typically free
• Health, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on operations and work alongside a collaborative leadership team.