What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Administrative Assistant position at Worldwide Foam?
Location: LaPorte, IN
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Overtime as Needed)
Pay: $24.00–$27.00 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time | Hourly, Non-Exempt
Worldwide Foam is looking for a highly organized and motivated Operations Administrative Assistant to support our Operations Manager and help keep our manufacturing facility running efficiently. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys variety in their day, and wants to play a key role in supporting production, shipping, inventory, safety, and operational initiatives.
What You'll Do- Support daily operations across production, shipping, receiving, and administrative functions.
- Prepare reports, metrics, presentations, and operational documentation.
- Maintain employee training records, compliance documentation, and departmental files.
- Assist with ERP transactions, including work orders, fulfillments, and inventory receipts.
- Coordinate onboarding activities for new employees.
- Purchase office and operational supplies while monitoring inventory levels.
- Schedule inbound deliveries and coordinate logistics.
- Assist with fleet administration, vehicle maintenance scheduling, and driver documentation.
- Coordinate projects by tracking milestones, deadlines, and action items.
- Serve as a liaison between departments to support operational goals.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Associate degree preferred.
- Previous administrative or operations support experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Comfortable learning and working within ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.
- Experience with ISO documentation or quality systems is a plus.
- Experience using AI tools to improve productivity is a plus.
- Monday–Friday schedule with evenings and weekends typically free
- Health, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on operations and work alongside a collaborative leadership team.
If you're organized, proactive, and enjoy supporting the success of a manufacturing operation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Worldwide Foam team.
Salary : $24 - $27