Administrative Assistant

The Opportunity

Performs a range of complex administrative and operational support activities requiring interpretation of established guidelines and the ability to make judgments where standard procedures may not fully apply. Supports a broad scope of business processes within a manufacturing environment to ensure effective operations and drive efficiency. This role partners with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to coordinate activities, manage information flow, and support site-level priorities.

Responsibilities may include research, reporting, and preparation of presentations. Work may involve handling sensitive and confidential information and providing support to senior leaders.

• Perform advanced administrative support activities requiring independent judgment, prioritization, and adaptation of standard procedures.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities and communications with internal teams and external vendors to support site operations.
• Conduct research, compile data, and prepare reports, dashboards, presentations, and other business materials.
• Support financial and operational processes such as expense tracking, cost allocation, and documentation management.
• Partner with Facilities/Maintenance and external vendors to coordinate building-related projects, repairs, and site updates.
• Track and support completion of site KPIs, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of reporting.
• Manage office operations, including meeting coordination, calendar management, and workspace logistics.
• Plan and execute site events, meetings, and trainings, including communication and logistical coordination.
• Oversee mailroom operations, including incoming and outgoing shipments and distribution.
• Maintain document control systems (electronic and physical) in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide support for HR and Talent Acquisition processes, including interview coordination and onboarding logistics.
• Coordinate with IT for onboarding needs, including equipment setup, access, and workspace readiness.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at multiple levels to exchange information, ensure alignment, and drive engagement.
• Handle confidential information with a high degree of professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 2–3 years of administrative or operational support experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting complex or technical business processes.
• Experience working with vendors and coordinating external partnerships.
• Familiarity with expense reporting, KPI tracking, and operational reporting tools.
• Experience supporting site-level or senior leadership.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time.

Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career  are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.

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EEO Statement:

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