Operations Administrator
About The Position
Join a team that nourishes life from farm to table! Upstate Niagara Cooperative, proudly owned by 200+ local family farms, is one of America’s largest and most stable dairy cooperatives. Guided by farmer- and employee-led values, we process and market high-quality milk, yogurt, dips, sour cream, cottage cheese, and more under our trusted brands: Upstate Farms®, Bison®, Milk for Life®, and Intense Milk®. Here, you’ll support sustainable farming, strong communities, and the mission to deliver fresh, local dairy to families every day. Job Summary The Operations Administrator provides administrative and operational support to plant management to ensure efficient daily operations and effective communication across teams. This role is responsible for data entry, reporting, scheduling, documentation, and general administrative tasks that support leadership in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and/or Google Workspace
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree preferred
- Previous experience in administrative support, data entry, or scheduling
- Experience in an operations or production environment preferred
- Experience with data tracking or time and attendance systems preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support for operations and HR management.
- Manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Perform data entry and maintain accurate operational records.
- Track key operational metrics and prepare summary reports for management.
- Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and document meeting minutes.
- Maintain organized records, files, and documentation.
- Identify and report data discrepancies or issues.
- Assist with special projects, tracking progress and deadlines.
- Support process improvement initiatives through data collection and workflow documentation.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas to improve administrative processes.
- Perform ad hoc administrative duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
