Operations Administrator

Job ID: 7811 

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Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day. 

Job Purpose

Responsible for and provides support in functional areas of Operations including but not limited to administrative support, personnel records, employee relations, training, leave of absence reporting and special projects.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing reports by collecting and analyzing information.
• Provide Support to M&M Committee responsible for developing programs/events that build motivation and retention within the plant.  
• Assist with the preparation of affirmative action plan, quarterly goal reports and EEO reporting. Be responsible for all applicants flow data entry.
• Lead and participate in lean / continuous improvement initiatives in support of department goals.
• Lead the plant in consistent policies and procedures practices outlined through the employee handbook.
• Coordinate the Annual Hourly Performance process to include 90day follow-up for new hires.  Chart and prepare analysis of ratings by selected categories.
• Assist in controlling departmental and provide input for preparation of department annual budget.
• Responsible for hourly training and development to include technical skill level testing.
• Responsible for executing service awards and employee recognition.
• Complete special organizational projects on an as needed basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree re preferred
• 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment, Prior HR Experience preferred.
• Intermediate User Level in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Basic User Level in MS Access
• Ability to learn HCM, Work Force Time & Attendance, and/or other internal software programs (as needed)
• Ability to read and locate information well, understand applied technology, use/apply basic and intermediate math skills.
• Observe and listen effectively.
• Communicate well verbally and in writing.

• Lead and actively participate in a teaming environment.
• Ability to effectively motivate, manage and lead others.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Very good working conditions. Disagreeable elements are absent.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, walk, hear, reach with hands and arms, stoop and bend.  The employee must seldom lift and/or move more than 40 pounds.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.