Hughes Resources
Administrative Assistant Job at Hughes Resources in Sterling
Hughes Resources, Sterling, IL, US
Job Description
Job Description
Administrative Assistant: Freeport, Illinois
Our customer in Freeport, Illinois is seeking motivated individuals to join their team for a temporary assignment lasting approximately 6 weeks through mid-December. As an Administrative Assistant, you will be responsible for answering and transferring calls, greeting visitors, and performing a variety of office support duties to ensure smooth daily operations.
Responsibilities of the Administrative Assistant:
- Answer and appropriately transfer incoming calls in a timely and professional manner
- Greet and register all visitors and applicants; contact the appropriate staff member for escort
- Assist callers with general inquiries or route them to the correct department
- Announce interoffice pages clearly and according to company guidelines
- Process vendor acknowledgements accurately and in a timely manner
- Order food, beverages, and prepare rooms for hospitality purposes (may occasionally require pickup of items at local stores)
- Order flowers, plants, or gifts for hospitalized employees
- Provide backup assistance for the EDMS Coordinator and Mailroom
Administrative Assistant Requirements and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance
- Minimum 1 year of experience in reception or administrative support
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (35+ WPM typing speed)
- Strong communication, multitasking, and time management skills
- Friendly, professional, and team-oriented attitude
- Ability to sit for extended periods and operate standard office equipment
- Comfortable with light lifting and occasional errands (supplies, mail, hospitality items)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid weekly
- Direct deposit
- Paid training
Type: Temporary, Full-Time (Approximately 6 weeks through mid-December)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (1-hour lunch)
Apply now!
Are you ready to move from the worries of today to your dreams of tomorrow? If so, give Hughes a call. We are the top-rated staffing, recruiting, and HR experts in the region. We are headquartered in Freeport, IL and have 11 locations across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota.
Where we have offices, we have connections to the best local jobs! Walk in our doors and you’ll find friendly, professional staff who dig deep, get results, and most importantly — have fun! The reviews speak for themselves — at Hughes, we’ll quickly connect you with companies offering competitive pay rates, great culture & benefits, and a chance to elevate your life.
We offer health insurance and 401(k) to all our employees. To get the ball rolling, visit us online at www.hughesrecruiting.com and complete our application. We’ll be in touch soon!
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