Administrative Assistant

~ Green Plains Inc., North America's fourth largest ethanol producer, ranked 8th on Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Company list in 2011. ~

Green Plains currently operates a total of twelve ethanol plants in six states. We also market and distribute ethanol for independent third-party ethanol producers, and operate grain storage facilities in a number of states. We are a growth company and we seek to continue our growth by adding grain storage facilities, ethanol plants, fueling terminals and more. 

Responsibilities  

Essential functions for the Administrative Assistant position include but are not limited to the following: 

• Answers phones and greets and directs visitors to the facility.
• Processes, sorts and distributes both incoming and outgoing mail as well as other deliveries and outgoing shipments.
• Monitors and process local managers credit cards and process expense reports.
• Coordinates employee programs.
• Orders and keeps inventory of office supplies.
• Runs office errands and makes travel arrangements for both outgoing and incoming staff members.
• Maintaining DOT files/logs.
• Managing Fuel receipts
• Processing purchase orders and invoices
• Assist in maintaining project schedule
• Assist time reporting of temporary labor.
• IFTA mileage tracking
• Other projects and duties as assigned by management. 

Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Detail-oriented; proficiency for accuracy; dependable; positive attitude; team player.
• Strong MS Office experience and proficiency with developing and using spreadsheets and/or databases.
• Ability to multi-task and take ownership of assigned projects.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal. 

Essential Requirements: 

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• One or more years experience in an administrative role in a fast paced environment. 

Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. 

Compensation: Green Plains Inc. offers competitive pay; a generous benefit package; paid holidays, vacation and sick time; a retirement savings plan; flexible spending accounts; a business casual attire work environment and free parking. 

To Apply 

Please click below: "Apply Now Online!" to email your resume. You can also send mail to: 

Green Plains Industrial Cleaning Services
4701 121st Street
Urbandale, IA 50323

Note: All potential employees of Green Plains Inc. will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check prior to employment.

~ Equal Opportunity Employer ~