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Front Office Assistant – Warehouse Operations
Location: Joplin, MO
Company: Red Rhino Fireworks
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
Red Rhino Fireworks is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Front Office Assistant to support daily operations at our Joplin, Missouri warehouse. This role is critical to ensuring smooth administrative, payroll, customer, and employee support functions in a fast-paced distribution environment. The Front office Assistant serves as the primary professional point of contact for the location and works closely with management, warehouse staff, and corporate teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Organize daily office operations for the headquarters location
- Process payroll accurately and on time; review and submit employee timecards as needed
- Maintain employee records, onboarding documentation, and compliance paperwork
- Coordinate hiring, terminations, and employee status changes with Human Resources
- Handle customer invoicing and payment, billing, and basic accounting support
- Communicate with customers and internal departments
- Assist with inventory paperwork, shipping documentation, and sales support
- Ensure office organization, filing systems, and document retention standards
- Support managers with scheduling, reporting, and operational needs
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred
- 2 years of office management, administrative, or payroll experience
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Experience working in a warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment preferred
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Ability to learn HRIS/payroll systems (experience preferred but not required)
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Personal dedication and professionalism
Work Environment
- Warehouse and office setting
- Regular interaction with warehouse staff, company management, sales team and customers
- Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment during peak seasons
- Ability to work overtime during peak seasons
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Paid time off and holidays
- Stable, year-round employment
How to Apply
Apply through HireClick with your resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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