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Administrative Assistant

Location: 

Hartland, WI, US, 53029

Requisition ID:  2996

Join a team that values balance, open communication, and your future!

Dorner Manufacturing, a Columbus McKinnon Organization, is growing, and we’re looking for people who want more than just a job—they want a workplace where they can thrive. Enjoy a culture that prioritizes your work-life balance, leaders who communicate openly, and a company committed to continuous growth and innovation. Discover a career where you can make a difference and still make time for what matters most, apply now!

Job Summary/Overview

The Administrative Assistant provides routine administrative and clerical support to the General Manager and leadership team. This role helps ensure the efficient day‑to‑day functioning of the office by managing calendars, coordinating meetings, preparing documents, and handling general administrative tasks. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative Support

  • Provide daily administrative support to the General Manager
  • Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments
  • Prepare, format, and distribute correspondence, reports, and presentations
  • Answer phones, screen calls, and direct inquiries appropriately

Meeting & Communication Support

  • Schedule and coordinate internal and external meetings
  • Prepare agendas, take meeting notes, and distribute follow‑up materials
  • Assist with internal communications as directed by the General Manager

Office & Routine Tasks

  • Order office supplies and maintain inventory
  • Coordinate travel arrangements and logistics when needed
  • Support basic data entry and reporting tasks including maintaining weekly key performance indicators.
  • Assist with other clerical or administrative duties as assigned

Confidentiality & Professionalism

  • Handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism
  • Serve as a professional point of contact for visitors, vendors, and internal employees

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

  • Ability to build relationships both internally and externally to support customer needs
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and approach tasks with a sense of urgency
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Professional written and verbal communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Discretion and professionalism

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience supporting leadership preferred
  • Familiarity with basic office and administrative procedures
  • Valid driver license  

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 

8:00am - 4:30pm 

Benefits

 

  • Free coffee daily
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Vacation and paid sick time 
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, effective day 1
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Tuition assistance
  • Disability insurance
  • Dress for your day 

About Columbus McKinnon:

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials.  Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems.  We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how.  Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.  We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.


Nearest Major Market: Waukesha
Nearest Secondary Market: Milwaukee

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