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Albaugh LLC

Packaging Assistant

Saint Joseph, MO · On-site

Position Overview The packaging assistant is responsible for supporting daily packaging operations by assembling, labeling, inspecting, and preparing finished products for storage and shipment. This ...

University of Missouri

Business Manager

Columbia, MO · On-site

Manage the administrative operations of the graduate program, including graduate assistant appointments, tuition waivers, fellowships, stipends, health insurance, and other student support activities.

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Saint Louis, MO

This role will report to the Executive Operations Partner and work under the direction of Team ... Collaborate across nonprofit, philanthropic, and community sectors * Assist with outreach and ...

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What is an operations graduate assistant?

Operations Graduate Assistants are graduate students who support the operations of a department, program, or organization, often within a university or college setting. Their responsibilities typically include administrative tasks, event coordination, data management, and assisting with daily operational needs. These roles provide hands-on experience in organizational management and help graduate students develop professional skills while pursuing their academic studies.

What are some common challenges faced by an operations graduate assistant, and how can they be addressed?

Operations Graduate Assistants often juggle multiple responsibilities, such as supporting daily departmental operations, coordinating events, and managing administrative tasks. A common challenge is balancing these diverse duties while adapting to shifting priorities. To succeed, it’s important to develop strong organizational skills, communicate proactively with supervisors, and seek regular feedback. Building relationships with team members can also help delegate tasks effectively and learn best practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an operations graduate assistant?

To thrive as an Operations Graduate Assistant, you typically need a bachelor's degree (or enrollment in a graduate program), strong organizational skills, and a solid understanding of workflow processes. Familiarity with project management software, data analysis tools like Excel, and university administrative systems is often required. Exceptional communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities help you support department operations and coordinate tasks effectively. These skills ensure efficient support for faculty and staff, contributing to smooth daily operations and successful project outcomes.

What is the difference between Operations Graduate Assistant vs Administrative Assistant?

AspectOperations Graduate AssistantAdministrative Assistant
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding a graduate degree, some experience in operations or managementHigh school diploma or equivalent, often some experience in office administration
Work EnvironmentAcademic or organizational settings, supporting operations or projectsOffice environments, handling clerical and administrative tasks
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutions, non-profitsBusinesses, government agencies, educational institutions
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level operational roles in academia or non-profitsCompared for general office support roles

The Operations Graduate Assistant typically involves supporting operational functions within academic or organizational settings, often requiring a graduate-level background. In contrast, an Administrative Assistant focuses on clerical and administrative tasks in various industries. While both roles support organizational efficiency, the graduate assistant role emphasizes project support and operational tasks, often within educational institutions.

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Packaging Assistant

Albaugh LLC

Saint Joseph, MO • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Company Overview
Albaugh wants you to be part of our team! Founded in 1979 by our Chairman Dennis Albaugh, we are the largest privately-owned company in the world providing the critical crop protection chemical products that farmers use to grow crops. Our tagline, "Your Alternative", signifies our aspiration to be the number one value proposition to help farmers reliably grow plentiful, high quality food. As a member of our team you will not only receive a competitive compensation and benefit package but also enjoy a friendly, family-oriented environment, personal growth and development opportunities, and the satisfaction of knowing that your work is contributing to feeding our world!
Position Overview
The packaging assistant is responsible for supporting daily packaging operations by assembling, labeling, inspecting, and preparing finished products for storage and shipment. This position helps maintain quality, efficiency, and safety standards in a fast-paced production environment.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
  • Safely and effectively operates and controls equipment and instrumentation in the assigned manufacturing unit.
  • Maintains and monitors process equipment in accordance with established procedures and processes.
  • Maintains and improves safety in the unit and is responsible for housekeeping in operating areas.
  • Receives raw materials to produce finished products at the specified quality level.
  • Supports and adheres to the principles of Responsible care and applicable requirements by protecting the environment and assuring the health, safety, and security of our employees, vendors, customers, suppliers, and our community.
  • Performs additional work as assigned by the supervisor or manager.
  • Works in packaging of agricultural chemicals, including fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
  • Maintains a clean and safe workplace

The Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Willingness to work overtime to support a continuous operation as needed to meet business obligations
  • Strong commitment to safety
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Manufacturing experience is preferable
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs

Preferred Experience
  • Forklift experience

The Perks
Benefits will be discussed at interview.
Nothing in this job description restricts the management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and background review. Albaugh. LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including pre- and post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
Albaugh, LLC. does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Albaugh, LLC. without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Albaugh, LLC. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Albaugh, founded in 1979, produces and sells crop protection products used by farmers in our principal Markets in North America (United States and Canada), Mexico and LATAM North, Brazil, Argentina, and Europe. We offer competitive alternatives to meeting farmers' crop protection needs, thereby helping to secure an affordable supply of food. In each of our principal Markets, Albaugh operates efficient manufacturing facilities which assure the quality of the products we supply with rigorous standards of assuring environmental health and safety.
Company Vision: To be the leading alternative for crop protection products globally.
Company Mission: To create value for our customers by applying our unique efficiencies to provide a broad and sustainable portfolio of high quality, competitively- priced crop protection products.
Core Values: Entrepreneurship & Focus, Efficiency & Competitiveness, Integrity & Responsibility, Persistence & Teamwork.

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