Lawn & Garden, a CRH company, a division within Oldcastle APG, is one of the largest manufacturers of bagged and bulk decorative mulch, soil, stone, and limestone products in the nation with over 40 production facilities. We take pride in serving a diverse group of customers including independent garden centers, mass retailers, landscapers, contractors, and homeowners.
Summary
This position will perform general administrative duties for the department it is assigned to. Individual will perform routine clerical functions and may support more than one department simultaneously.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Perform a variety of clerical work involving standardized forms, reports, data, and procedures using established instruction/routines
Prepare simple forms or reports; sort and files documentation
Maintain historical records by filing documents
Read and route incoming mail, prepare outgoing mail and correspondence or other printed materials
Maintain postage meter and stamp outgoing mail
Compose and type routine correspondence
Organize and maintain file systems, and file correspondence and other records
Answer and screen managers' phone calls, arrange conference calls and meetings, maintain conference room schedule
Greet visitors and direct to appropriate area or person
Coordinate and arrange meetings, prepare agendas, reserve and prepare facilities, record and transcribe meeting minutes
Order and maintain supplies and arrange for equipment maintenance
Provide support for assigned department (s)
Develop and grow internal and external customer relationships for the purpose of improving the company's growth
Conduct research and compile and type statistical reports
Some A/P & A/R filing and file maintenance
Update and maintain company phone list
Maintain supply of promotional printed material, such as brochures, price books, color charts, binders, etc.
Answer phone calls and support the receptionist as needed
Assist the Site Manager in the day to day office functions to ensure efficiency
Assist the Site Manager with Human Resources and Payroll
Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.
Requirements / Education / Experience
High school diploma, Associate’s degree preferred, or equivalent of one plus years’ office experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of basic office equipment (phone, fax, copier, 10-key)
Strong Microsoft Office skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate with employees, peers, supervisors, vendors, and customer is an effective manner
Must be detail oriented, organized, and have problem-solving and reasoning skills
Ability to perform basic math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and computing rates and ratios
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written and oral instructions
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables with little or no structure
Internal and external customer service oriented
Ability to work independently
Physical Requirements
Physical requirements include extended walking, standing, squatting, climbing, and bending
Ability to lift at least 65 lbs., working inside and outside, and use fall protection equipment
Able to perform job tasks in sometimes dusty, hot and/or cold working conditions
Ability to perform sedentary work including prolonged sitting and repetitive use of fingers and hands for typing
Available to work overtime as necessary
May be required to work under stressful conditions
What CRH Americas Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH Americas
CRH Americas has a long and proud heritage as one of North America’s largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the CRH Americas family. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.
Lawn & Garden, a CRH company, is a great place to grow! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Please complete your online application and profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Thank you for your interest in the CRH family!
CRH Americas is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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