Administrative Assistant

Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through our market-leading brands in electronics, cutting-edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We work with our customers to advance progress through innovation. From inventing and producing parts for next-generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures for everyday products, improving renewable energy technology, and much more, we are focused on making what’s next possible.

The NASCENTechnology Administrative Assistant maintains office organization, maintains accurate records and databases, provides customer service both internally and externally, assists Accounting, and provides support to Sales.

What You'll Do

• Office Management: Maintain office organization, order supplies, and oversee day-to-day administrative operations.
• Clerical Tasks: Manage correspondence, prepare reports, draft documents, and maintain filing systems.
• Communication Management: Answer phone calls, emails, and direct inquiries appropriately; serve as a point of contact within and outside the organization for customers, vendors, and corporate resources.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records, databases, and confidential information.
• Support for Staff and Leadership: Assist managers or department heads with special projects, meeting preparation, travel arrangements and documentation.
• Sales and Customer Service: Greet visitors, respond to inquiries, confirm orders, and provide general support to clients and staff.
• Assist Accounting: Process transactions, reconcile bank and credit card statements, follow-up on overdue invoices, maintain inventory and petty cash records, and help prepare production reports.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma with previous relevant experience; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple activities simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to correspond effectively with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with office software such as Microsoft Office Suite, email platforms, understanding of ERP system, and basic office equipment.
• Accuracy in data entry, document preparation, and handling confidential information.
• Ability to take initiative and resolve minor issues independently.
• Works collaboratively with diverse teams and supports the overall workflow

What We Value

• Previous administrative or office support experience is preferred.
• Optional certifications such as Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) may be beneficial but not mandatory.

Physical Requirements A significant portion of the workday is spent seated or could be done standing at desk or computer station; occasionally stand or walk to access files, meet with colleagues, or perform other tasks; handling packages or items under 40 pounds may occasionally be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.