Office Administrator - Part Time

At Argenta, we’re more than a company — we’re a global team, dedicated to healthier animals. We believe that when their lives are made better, we're all the better for it. 

Founded in 2006, we support companies big and small to develop and manufacture health products for pets and livestock. Our trusted, innovative solutions and services cover every stage of the process, from molecule to market. 

We’re in a unique position. We are the world’s only combined contract research and contract development and manufacturing organization (CRO/CDMO) dedicated to animal health. 

Our uniqueness means: 

• We are ambitious, growing and building a ‘one team’ culture, guided by our values.  

• We are team players; 

• We are doers; 

• We are customer-centric; 

• We are innovators. 

We value diversity, as a global company, we get the richness of working with different people in different places whether it be location, stages of their career, their development, their role. We believe that when everyone works together and puts their best “paw” forward we will make the lives of the animals we care for, better. 

With bases in New Zealand, the US, the UK and Europe, our 900 colleagues are driven by our partnership approach and purpose: Healthy Animals. Let’s Make It Happen, Together. 

TEAM PLAYERS who want to DO great work and find INNOVATIVE ways to make animals lives better through our CUSTOMER CENTRIC efforts should apply.  

Argenta is currently looking to fill the role of Part Time Office Administrator at our Fort Dodge, IA location.

The Office Administrator provides administrative and operational support for site leadership and day-to-day office operations. This role helps ensure the office runs efficiently through coordination of meetings, supplies, communications, and general administrative activities.

The Office Administrator  serves as a key point of contact for employees, visitors, and internal departments, helping maintain a professional, organized workplace while supporting administrative coordination across the site.

Key Accountabilities: 

Administrative & Leadership Support

• Coordinate meetings & travel arrangements for the leadership team as needed.
• Prepare meeting agendas and assist with meeting logistics and materials.
• Retrieve and compile information from records, emails, and other documents; prepare summaries when requested.
• Assist with preparation of reports such as attendance, new hire, and turnover reports.
• Respond to routine employee inquiries and direct more complex questions to the appropriate department.
• Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Support onboarding activities, including coordinating and assisting with new hire orientation.

Office Operations

• Coordinate day-to-day office operations to maintain efficiency and compliance with company policies.
• Manage office supply inventory and coordinate maintenance of office equipment.
• Coordinate visitor and customer visits, including catering & hospitality arrangements to ensure a smooth and professional on-site experience.

Meetings, Events & Site Coordination

• Assist with coordination and logistics for leadership meetings and site-wide meetings.
• Support planning and execution of employee events, and office activities.
• Assist with coordination and distribution of site communications such as announcements, meeting notices, and employee updates.

Front Office & Customer Service

• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors, vendors, and clients, providing a welcoming and professional experience.
• Answer and route phone calls appropriately and assist with general inquiries. 

Qualifications:

• 2–4 years of administrative, office coordination, or similar experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office & other similar business systems
  

Competencies: 

• Organization and attention to detail
• Communication and customer service
• Confidentiality and professionalism
• Time management and prioritization
• Collaboration and teamwork
  

Argenta has strongly embedded company values which is key to who we are and how we deliver. We offer an opportunity to work for a successful and rapidly expanding global business where your input will be valued.  At Argenta we are a hard-working group who really enjoy the people we work with each day. That is why we support our people through strong culture, great benefits, and opportunity for growth. 

Argenta is an equal opportunity employer 

To find out more about Argenta, click here: www.argentaglobal.com