Administrative Assistant

Join a team that values balance, open communication, and your future!

Dorner Manufacturing, a Columbus McKinnon Organization, is growing, and we’re looking for people who want more than just a job—they want a workplace where they can thrive. Enjoy a culture that prioritizes your work-life balance, leaders who communicate openly, and a company committed to continuous growth and innovation. Discover a career where you can make a difference and still make time for what matters most, apply now!

Job Summary/Overview

The Administrative Assistant provides routine administrative and clerical support to the General Manager and leadership team. This role helps ensure the efficient day‑to‑day functioning of the office by managing calendars, coordinating meetings, preparing documents, and handling general administrative tasks. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative Support

• Provide daily administrative support to the General Manager
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments
• Prepare, format, and distribute correspondence, reports, and presentations
• Answer phones, screen calls, and direct inquiries appropriately

Meeting & Communication Support

• Schedule and coordinate internal and external meetings
• Prepare agendas, take meeting notes, and distribute follow‑up materials
• Assist with internal communications as directed by the General Manager

Office & Routine Tasks

• Order office supplies and maintain inventory
• Coordinate travel arrangements and logistics when needed
• Support basic data entry and reporting tasks including maintaining weekly key performance indicators.
• Assist with other clerical or administrative duties as assigned

Confidentiality & Professionalism

• Handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism
• Serve as a professional point of contact for visitors, vendors, and internal employees

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Ability to build relationships both internally and externally to support customer needs
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and approach tasks with a sense of urgency
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail
• Discretion and professionalism

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree in business or related field, preferred. 
• 1+ years of administrative or office support experience preferred. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong organizational, time‑management, and communication skills
• Previous experience supporting leadership preferred
• Familiarity with basic office and administrative procedures
• Valid driver license  

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 

8:00am - 4:30pm 

Benefits

• Free coffee daily
• 11 paid holidays
• Vacation and paid sick time 
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, effective day 1
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance
• Dress for your day