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Company: Intertek
Location: New Orleans, LA
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Business Services, Consulting

Description

Intertek Agricultural (Agri) services is a leading global player in the Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) of agricultural commodities. Operating at every stage in the agricultural product journey, Intertek Agri has the expertise to provide seamless support across a global network of linked and agri-dedicated offices, led by our twelve product lines.

What are we looking for?

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for supporting our operations team by creating reports in both MS Word and Excel, scheduling inspections and meetings, and invoicing to client specific requirements. Additional responsibilities include filing, event planning, administrative planning, etc.

Shift/Schedule: This position is a regular part time position (<36 hours weekly) and can work within the hours of 08:00 am to 5 pm, local time, Monday through Friday  

Salary & Benefits Information:

The base wage for this position is $17.00 - $21.00 hourly, and qualifies for 75% benefits

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you'll do:

  • Create client reports and documents using Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat
  • Invoicing of clients in Intertek's billing system
  • Assist with creating financial reports and data collection
  • Perform various general office duties, including faxing, copying, mailing, filing, etc.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.  

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least 1 to 2 years of administrative experience
  • Experience and working knowledge of the Microsoft office suite 
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Excellent prioritization, organization, and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
  • Ability to plan, organize, and complete a variety of projects within established standards, objectives, and time frames
  • Valid driver's license and reliable driving record is required
  • Ability to comfortably lift 20 to 40 pounds

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in inspection and testing related fields 
  • Knowledge of agricultural related industries a plus

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodationintertekhrusa@intertek.com, or who need assistance applying, please email or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.      


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