Seasonal: Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant
Gowan Seed Company | Zeeland, Michigan | Full Time Seasonal (December – May)

Gowan Seed is a commercial vegetable seed distributor committed to providing high-quality products and exceptional service. We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual to support operations during our busy season.

Key Responsibilities

• Phone Support
• Answer incoming calls and provide friendly, professional customer service for orders and inquiries
• Mail Processing
• Sort and distribute incoming mail
• Prepare outgoing mail and catalogs using the mail machine
• Record check payments in a spreadsheet
• Sales Coordinator Support
• Communicate with Sales Coordinators regarding waivers, payments, and incoming seed
• Print and mail documents provided by Sales Coordinators
• Order Processing
• Enter and manage house orders in JD Edwards EnterpriseOne
• Process orders from entry to preparation for invoicing
• Office Maintenance
• Monitor and report office supply needs
• Periodic cleaning of the office, kitchen, and bathrooms
• Other Duties
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the team

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in administrative support or related role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Schedule

• Seasonal Term: December–May
• Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (includes a 30-minute lunch break)
• Note: Hours may vary slightly at the beginning and end of the season, depending on workload

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: From $18.50 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19