Wind Plant Administrative Assistant

The base salary for this position is dependent upon experience.

Location:

Latham, KS - Elk River wind site

Salary Range: $26.00 to $30.00 hourly DOE

The Wind Plant Administrative Assistant will report directly to the Plant Manager and be responsible for providing support to their assigned wind and/or solar sites. Duties include budget management, inventory management, work order management, and providing support to the Plant Manager, Plant Supervisor, and Plant Technicians as needed.

• Complete daily reviews and timely closure (TECO) of all work orders.
• Manage site inventory: update the Availability Focused Inventory, submit the weekly inventory order, and conduct monthly cycle counts while maintaining a clean stockroom.
• Update the Bill of Materials and release Preventative Maintenance Work Orders to ensure timely delivery of PM materials.
• Create and manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders, ensuring coding accuracy and timely closure upon receipt of goods and services.
• Record receipts and estimated accruals in SAP for goods received or services performed within five days of the physical receipt.
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager and Buyer/Planners on all SRM bid requirements.
• Assist the Plant Manager with the Large Corrective Maintenance process (e.g., work order creation, crane bid, heavy haul).
• Order office supplies and materials as needed.
• Set up new vendors as required and work closely with vendors to ensure timely and accurate invoicing.
• Plan and coordinate company functions such as team‑building events and regional meetings.
• Provide IT support and troubleshoot the Mobility application for site personnel.
• Respond professionally and promptly to requests (reports, e‑mails, etc.).
• Assist Plant Managers and site staff on new fleet‑wide initiatives, operational changes, and related support.
• Generate reports from SAP to assist the Plant Manager with operational and budget performance management.
• Work closely with all areas of the business to troubleshoot and resolve issues (e.g., Lead Plant administrator, Regional Planner, Accounts Payable, Invoice Acceptance).
• Provide support during quality audits of plant administrative work practices to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Seek out answers and resolve issues related to plant administrative duties.
• Communicate clearly, orally and in writing with all employees.
• Demonstrate proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Position requires 10% travel.

• HS Diploma/GED and a minimum of 1–3 years’ experience in a comparable administrative role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) with ability to set up MS Windows profiles, email settings, printer access, desktop shortcuts, and to interface with Helpdesk support on network and server issues. Demonstrated typing and proofreading skills.
• Basic knowledge of SAP or similar data‑entry programs.

• Prior experience maintaining inventory controls and handling purchasing and receiving activities.
• Hardware skills, including moving electronic equipment, network access knowledge, and familiarity with computers, printers, and peripherals.

• Strong prioritization and multi‑tasking skills with ability to operate in a complex, rapidly changing business environment.
• Self‑starter with proven performance in leading initiatives and building consensus at all levels of a matrixed organization with minimal supervision.
• Ability to foster and participate in a productive team environment by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co‑workers, managers, customers, contractors, and vendors.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with clarity, concision, and appropriate tone.
• Analytical skills to assess project risks and proactively identify solutions with a flexible, creative, solution‑focused mindset.

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