R&D Administrative Assistant
Hendrickson

Canton, Ohio

Posted in Transport and Rail


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Job Info


Position Purpose:

Supports the Research and Development facility by maintaining accurate employee and test data records and publishes metrics.

Essential Functions:

  • 20% Manages employee work records and submits payroll information for the following groups:
    • Product Validation
    • Material Analysis
  • 10% Manages test laboratory Product Evaluation Request (PER) system
    • Become proficient with TeamCenter (Product Lifecycle Management software)
    • TeamCenter Function - Processes new requests and assigns per approvals
    • TeamCenter Function - Updates database routinely for metrics, ensuring audit readiness
    • Archive signed off projects
  • 20% Manages R&D facility time tracking database and prepares annual tax abatement reports
  • 10% Personal Development - onsite/offsite training, webinars, further education pursuits, etc.
  • 20% Maintains calibrated instruments database
    • Learn GageTrak software
    • Get familiar with R&D calibrated instrument database: types of sensors, where they are stored/used, how often calibration intervals arise
  • 15% Assists Division Safety Steering Team Lead by:
    • Maintains and updates safety procedures, and work instructions
    • Publishes toolbox talks
    • Submits key safety records such as OSHA reports and VPP applications
    • Manages HazCom/SDS Program (electronic database and hardcopy)
    • Manages Contractor Safety Documentation and requests annual updates
  • 5% Performs miscellaneous administrative duties such as mail delivery, composing business letters, greeting visitors to the R&D facility, coordinating facility events, lunches, updates controlled documents such as testing procedures/etc.
  • Occasional travel required


  • Education and Training:
    • Minimum High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent
    • Strong computer literacy including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.
    • Ability to multitask and maintain an organized workspace
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Prefer 3-5 years of experience in a similar administrative position or laboratory/engineering support role
    • Exposure to metrology/gage calibration a plus
    • Ability to professionally interact with shop technicians, office engineers, and staff
    Physical Demands:
    • Ability to lift and maneuver up to 25lbs with occasional twisting, reaching, and out of position body placement
    • Must be able to wear all required PPE - safety glasses, steel toe boots, and hearing protection when required
    • Ability to perform occasional job tasks in a heated/non-air-conditioned test laboratory - normal work environment is in an office area that is heated and air-conditioned
    • Ability to remain seated at a computer workstation for data entry, up to a couple hours at a time - brief stretching breaks are encouraged to reduce muscle stiffness and eye fatigue
    • *NOTE: None of the physical lifting and manipulation within the job duties is repetitive.
    Behavioral Traits:
    • Self-motivator
    • Able to work with minimal supervision
    • Positive attitude and pleasant disposition with an approachable personality
    Hendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

    Additional Information
    • Requisition ID: 21000193


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