Plant Administrative Assistant Job at ABB, Columbus, MS

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  • ABB
  • Columbus, MS

Job Description

At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:
Plant Manager

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The work model for the role is: Onsite #LI-Onsite

Your role and responsibilities:

The Plant Administrative Assistant provides essential administrative and operational support to the Human Resources function, ensuring positive employee experience through accurate data management, responsive service, and efficient execution of HR processes. This role serves as the first point of contact for employees, managers, and site visitors, providing front desk reception and administrative support while assisting with day-to-day HR activities. The HR Administrative Assistant partners closely with HR Business Partners and other HR stakeholders to support HR programs while delivering high quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

You will be mainly accountable for:
  • Serve as the primary front desk contact, delivering a professional first impression while managing calls, emails, walk-ins, and visitor processes in accordance with site security procedures
  • Provide day-to-day HR support by answering routine inquiries, guiding employees and managers on HR processes and self-service tools, and escalating complex or sensitive issues as needed
  • Maintain accurate records by tracking inquiries, managing documentation (filing, scanning, data entry), and ensuring timely follow-up and resolution
  • Support HR operations and employee experience through administrative assistance, event and meeting coordination, and continuous improvement of processes while handling confidential information with discretion
Qualifications for the role:
  • High School Diploma Required. Associate OR Bachelor Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field with 2+ years of Administrative/HR support experience - Preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees and managers
  • Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Customer service-oriented mindset with sound judgment and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including intermediate Excel); working knowledge of HR practices, confidentiality requirements and WorkDay - preferred
  • Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.
More about us:

ABB's NEMA Motors Division is the global leading electric NEMA motors manufacturer. With more than 4,500 employees across the globe and seven manufacturing locations that produce more than 1.6 million motors every year, the division powers its customers from many industries with safe, reliable energy-efficient and effective solutions. NEMA Motors Division is a trusted leader with the shortest lead time and the broadest modularized product offering.

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their - sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites:

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

Go to MyBenefitsABB.com and click on "Candidate/Guest" to learn more

Health, Life & Disability
  • Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
  • Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
  • Vision benefit
  • Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
  • Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
  • Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
  • Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
  • Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
  • Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
  • Employee discount program
Retirement
  • 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
  • Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.

#ABBCareers

#RunwithABB

#Runwhatrunstheworld

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Monday to Friday

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