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Ball

Coordinator, Plant Administrative

Fort Atkinson, WI · On-site

$49K - $65K/yr

Provides technical and administrative support to the plant as directed. Essential Responsible Areas: * Complies with established job safety practices, policies and procedures as specified in plant ...

Cargill

Plant Administrative Assistant

Big Lake, MN · On-site

$25 - $29/hr

Job Purpose and Impact The Plant Administrative Assistant will provide moderately complex, varied to routine administrative and clerical support. In this role, you will coordinate, integrate and ...

Cargill

Plant Administrative Assistant

Big Lake, MN

$25 - $29/hr

Job Purpose and Impact The Plant Administrative Assistant will provide moderately complex, varied to routine administrative and clerical support. In this role, you will coordinate, integrate and ...

Cargill

Plant Administrative Assistant

Big Lake, MN

$25 - $29/hr

Job Purpose and Impact The Plant Administrative Assistant will provide moderately complex, varied to routine administrative and clerical support. In this role, you will coordinate, integrate and ...

Owens Corning

Plant Controller

Starr, SC · On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

This individual will also be responsible for leadership of non-financial plant administrative processes such as sourcing, materials/production planning, warehouse operations, IT, and security. Join ...

Owens Corning

Plant Controller

Starr, SC

$85K - $105K/yr

This individual will also be responsible for leadership of non-financial plant administrative processes such as sourcing, materials/production planning, warehouse operations, IT, and security. Join ...

Robert Half

Plant Manager

Whiteland, IN · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

... administrative functions. • Maintain effective working relationships with vendors, contractors, and applicable local, state, and federal agencies while managing plant profit and loss performance ...

Koppers

Plant Laborer

Guthrie, KY

$15 - $18.50/hr

Complies with all plant administrative rules. * Complies with all applicable operating procedures. * Obeys the plant safety rules. * Assists in banding trams. * As required serves as crewman to ...

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How much do plant administrative jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for plant administrative in the United States is $20.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Plant Administrative professional, and how does the role interact with other departments?

A Plant Administrative professional typically manages tasks such as maintaining records, coordinating schedules, processing invoices, and supporting compliance reporting. They frequently interact with production, maintenance, and HR teams to ensure smooth operations and accurate documentation. Collaboration is key, as Plant Administrative staff often serve as a communication hub between management and floor staff, helping to resolve issues and relay important information. This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

What are Plant Administrative jobs?

Plant Administrative jobs refer to roles that support the daily operations of manufacturing or production plants through clerical, organizational, and communication tasks. Responsibilities may include handling scheduling, payroll, inventory management, data entry, and coordinating between departments to ensure efficient plant operations. These positions often require strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with office software. Plant administrative staff play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the plant's administrative processes.

What is the difference between Plant Administrative vs Plant Coordinator?

AspectPlant AdministrativePlant Coordinator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require administrative certificationsHigh school diploma; experience in plant operations often preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice setting within the plant facilityOn-site at the plant, often moving between different areas
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, energy, and industrial plantsUsed in manufacturing and industrial settings to oversee daily operations

Plant Administrative roles focus on managing office tasks, documentation, and supporting plant management. Plant Coordinators are more involved in overseeing daily plant operations, coordinating activities, and ensuring smooth workflow. While both roles require familiarity with plant processes, the Plant Coordinator typically has more operational responsibilities, whereas the Plant Administrative role emphasizes administrative support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Plant Administrative professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Plant Administrative professional, you generally need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with office administration practices, often supported by a relevant associate degree or equivalent experience. Proficiency with office software such as Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, and document management tools is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability are standout soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring smooth plant operations, accurate record-keeping, and effective support for management and production teams.
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Infographic showing various Plant Administrative job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,075 per year, or $20.7 per hour.
Plant Administrative Assistant

Plant Administrative Assistant

First Quality Enterprises, Inc.

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

First Quality rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

256th of 535 rated manufacturers

Job description

Founded over 35 years ago, First Quality is a family-owned company that has grown from a small business in McElhattan, Pennsylvania into a group of companies, employing over 5,000 team members, while maintaining our family values and entrepreneurial spirit. With corporate offices in New York and Pennsylvania and 8 manufacturing campuses across the U.S. and Canada, the companies within the First Quality group produce high-quality personal care and household products for large retailers and healthcare organizations. Our personal care and household product portfolio includes baby diapers, wipes, feminine pads, paper towels, bath tissue, adult incontinence products, laundry detergents, fabric finishers, and dishwash solutions. In addition, we manufacture certain raw materials and components used in the manufacturing of these products, including flexible print and packaging solutions.
Guided by our values of humility, unity, and integrity, we leverage advanced technology and innovation to drive growth and create new opportunities. At First Quality, you'll find a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning, professional development, and our mission to Make Things Better®.
We are seeking an Administrative Assistant for our First Quality Home Care Products facility located in Salt Lake City, UT. This position supports plant leadership and HR operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role plays a key part in maintaining organized, compliant, and efficient plant operations by providing administrative support across production, safety, quality, and HR functions.
Primary responsibilities include:
  • Provide direct administrative support to the Plant Manager, HR, and site and business unit leadership teams as needed
  • Coordinate plant meetings, create agendas, and record meeting minutes
  • Order meals or catering for meetings, trainings, and plant events
  • Support employee appreciation events or holiday activities
  • Arrange conference rooms and audiovisual equipment
  • Manage office supplies and breakroom inventory
  • Maintain confidential employee and operational records in accordance with company policies
  • Participate with Charitable Contributions Committee
  • Responsible for coordination of travel arrangements for salary and hourly team members, when required.
  • Liaison with outside vendors - office supplies, janitorial, coffee supplies, vending
  • Responsible for general office duties
  • Coordinates and manages monthly team member company store orders
  • Follow necessary GMP, FDA and ISO regulations/guidelines
  • First Quality team members must follow all First Quality environmental, health and safety requirements as well as applicable federal, state and local environmental, health and safety regulations

The ideal candidate should possess the following:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred
  • 2+ years of administrative experience; manufacturing environment preferred
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer
  • Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, filing, and operating office equipment
  • Ability to stand and walk periodically throughout the plant
  • Occasional lifting of office supplies or files up to 25 pounds
  • Ability to bend, stoop, and reach
  • Visual ability to read printed materials and computer screens
  • Ability to communicate effectively in person, via email, and phone
  • Must be able to access and move throughout a manufacturing environment, including exposure to noise

What We Offer You
We believe that by continuously improving the quality of our benefits, we can help to raise the quality of life for our team members and their families. At First Quality you will receive:
  • Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
  • Paid time off (three-week minimum)
  • Medical, dental and vision starting day one
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)
  • Bundle of joy benefit (years' worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)
  • Tuition assistance
  • Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums
  • ...and more!

First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.
First Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.
For immediate consideration, please go to the Careers section at www.firstquality.com
to complete our online application.
First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.
First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.

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