Administrative Assistant III

About RYAM

RYAM is a global leader of cellulose-based technologies, including high purity cellulose specialties, a natural polymer commonly found in filters, food, pharmaceuticals and other industrial applications. The Company also manufactures products for paper and packaging markets. With manufacturing operations in the U.S., Canada and France, RYAM employs approximately 2,500 people and generates approximately $1.4 billion of revenues. More information is available at ​https://ryamglobal.com

RYAM’s intellectual property and manufacturing processes have been developed over 90 years, resulting in unique properties and very high quality and consistency. RYAM is consistently ranked among the nation’s top 50 exporters and delivers products to 79 ports around the world, serving customers in 20 countries across five continents.

At RYAM, we’re shaping the future of talent.

RYAM has a specific purpose…to be the world’s leading manufacturer of renewable products, including paper, packaging, and high purity cellulose. We want smart, innovative people who can find new ways to solve challenging problems. We need talented professionals across multiple disciplines who want to contribute to the company’s mission and advance its vision, while also shaping its future.

How you’ll shape the future of the Machines, Finishing and Warehouse Departments:

• Provides administrative and clerical support to the Machines, Finishing, and Warehouse Departments.
• Processes requisitions for purchases and blanket orders in SAP and maintains purchasing files. Purchases office supplies, operating supplies and small tools/equipment. 
• Tracks and audits vacations, holidays and attendance of hourly and employees.  Compiles and distributes hourly work schedules and assist with hourly time keeping as required.
• Tracks and reports metrics for production, quality, safety and costs for the department and cost variances to budget for safety supplies, office supplies, small tools, and other operating supplies.
• Maintains knowledge of and assists with administration of the labor agreement.
• Assist with the coordination of plant and company-level activities and other plant-wide initiatives, including community involvement activities.

You’ll Be Someone Who Can Bring:

• Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years general administrative experience.
• Experience in industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and automated workflow systems. Experience with Kronos/UKG strongly preferred.

Why You’ll Love Working for RYAM:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short term/Long term disability
• Bonus/Merit
• Life insurance (Company-paid & Voluntary)
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement
• Retirement plan

EOE/Vet/Disability