Administrative Assistant

Oxnard, California, United States | Administration | Full-time

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Mission Produce is the global leader in the worldwide avocado business, with additional offerings in mangos. Since 1983, we have invested in people, state-of-the-art technology, and avocado-specific and ripening infrastructure to expertly serve our customers, growers, and partners in over 27 countries. We own and operate four packing facilities in multiple global locations including California, Mexico, and Peru. Our global distribution network includes 16 forward distribution centers in North America, China, Europe and the Netherlands, which promote company expansion into new territories and categories. Throughout our history, we have remained rooted in honesty, respect, and loyalty to provide a year-round supply of high-quality fruit from field to fork.

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for managing the front office.  Will perform general office duties including answering phones, greeting visitors and processing mail.  Will prepare monthly spreadsheets and handle special projects as assigned.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

§  General Office Duties including, but not limited to, greeting visitors, answering phones and mail.

§  Assist in reserving Conference rooms for scheduled meetings.

§  Help coordinate projects and events.

§  Order office supplies and maintain inventory.

§  Complete monthly spreadsheets.

§  Manage and track Employee Gym waivers and the Wellness Program on a monthly/quarterly basis.

§  Handling the shipping of FedEx packages.

§  Create Purchase Orders.

§  Set up New Hire desk and supplies.

§  Place lunch and catering orders as requested.

§  Assist the Human Resources department with applications

§  Perform other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

§  High School Diploma.

§  Minimum 2 years of administrative background in an office environment.

§  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

§  Attention to detail is a must; a quick learner, good problem solver, decision maker, facilitator, and communicator.

§  Self-directed, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, and aggressively drive project milestones to successful completion.

§  Ability to adapt and respond effectively to change, delay, and/or shifting priorities and goals.

§  Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

 

MISSION PRODUCE EMPLOYEE PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy sets out how Mission Produce, Inc. (the “Company”) uses and protects any information that employees may give the Company in the context of their employment, job application, or other similar working relationship with the Company. This Privacy Policy also applies to the information the Company collects about employees’ emergency contacts or individuals whom the Company administers benefits relating to their employment with the Company.

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Mission Produce Employee Privacy Policy

Mission Produce Employee Privacy Policy (Spanish)