Administrative Assistant Job at WestRock Company in Claremont

Administrative Assistant - Claremont, NC

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. Our team includes materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts, dedicated to innovate boldly and package sustainably. We are guided by a commitment to integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, using leading science and technology to move fiber‑based packaging forward.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental and vision benefits immediately available
• 401(k) with company match
• 80 hours of paid time off and 11 paid holidays
• Company‑paid long‑term & short‑term disability, tuition assistance and more
• Annual reimbursement for safety shoes
• Comprehensive training and numerous learning opportunities
• A career with a global packaging company where sustainability, safety and inclusion are daily drivers

The Opportunity

• Provide administrative support to members of the management team, ensuring daily operation of the front office, planning, organizing and scheduling events, meetings, presentations, and customer/vendor visits.
• Support the accounting team with daily invoicing, job close‑outs and accounts payable duties, and maintain office inventories and 5S.
• Monitor front‑door and phone system, track office supplies inventory, order as needed.
• Act as liaison with other departments, facilities, customers and vendors; assist GM and other management members with administrative tasks.
• Complete customer invoicing daily and review, correct and close production jobs.
• Assist with month‑end closing and maintain front office 5S compliance.
• Receive and distribute package deliveries, generate and distribute reports, attend meetings, and train to back‑up team members.
• Perform other assigned duties.

What You Need To Succeed

• High school diploma or G.E.D.; minimum one year, preferred two years of relevant experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication with ability to read and interpret safety rules, procedural manuals and production reports.
• Intermediate computer skills (email, database, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AS/400, Schedule Assistant, JDE).
• Good attendance and reliability; willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all information.
• Self‑directed, can work independently and as part of a team; capable of performing essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Candidate must undergo drug screening after conditional offer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.