Administrative Assistant

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to clients worldwide. The job opportunity below is with one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. The client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As a global leader in serving the scientific community, the organization generates approximately $40 billion in annual revenue and is committed to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Their global team delivers innovative technologies, convenient procurement solutions, and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands.

Position: Administrative Assistant
Location: Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Duration: 6 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite
Shift: 1st Shift

Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support daily operations within a laboratory and chemical plant environment. The role provides administrative and coordination support to plant operations, laboratory, and site teams to ensure efficient workflows, accurate documentation, and compliance with company procedures and safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to plant operations and laboratory staff.
• Maintain records, reports, spreadsheets, and operational documentation.
• Coordinate meetings, schedules, training records, and communications.
• Assist with inventory tracking, purchase requests, and supply ordering.
• Support compliance documentation, SOP updates, and filing systems.
• Accurately enter data into internal systems and generate routine reports.
• Communicate with internal departments, vendors, and site personnel.
• Adhere to all site safety protocols and confidentiality requirements.

Required Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous administrative experience, preferably in a manufacturing, laboratory, or industrial environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience maintaining records, reports, and operational documentation.
• Ability to accurately enter data and generate reports.
• Experience with inventory tracking and purchase requests.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and regulated environment.
• Associate degree or higher.
• Experience working in laboratory, manufacturing, chemical plant, or industrial settings.
• Familiarity with compliance documentation and SOP management.
• Experience coordinating with vendors and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.