Office Administrative Assistant

Philos Global Technologies, a Buffalo Grove, IL-based manufacturing company, is seeking an Office Administrative Assistant to manage and coordinate the office, to carry out administrative assistant duties for the President, and interact with customers as needed.

Position: Office/Administrative Assistant
Hours: Full-Time, generally Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, but occasional overtime as required.
Location: Buffalo Grove, IL

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage the front office activities, such as greeting customers and vendors, answering and routing telephone calls, handling packages received and to be shipped.
2. At the direction of the President and Office Manager, manage the day-to-day accounting activities, such as logging and depositing checks received, paying accounts payable, and managing the bi-weekly payroll.
3. Carry out administrative tasks for the President, such as managing schedules, to-do lists, and booking business travel.
4. Interact with customers via e-mail and telephone to discuss account status and invoices due. As needed, interact with the customers in order to maintain the relationship on a positive note.
5. Maintain and upkeep the office area and office equipment, such as stocking the office supplies and printer cartridges, purchasing other supplies as needed.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

1. Proficient in business computer usage, such as e-mail, internet browsing, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
2. Detail oriented with strong organization and planning skills.
3. Knowledge of key accounting principles, with minimum 1-year hands-on experience with common accounting software such as Quickbooks and Sage Accounting.
4. Good interpersonal skills to deal with customers and co-workers. Knowledge and experience of good salesperson skills is a plus.
5. Working knowledge of the Korean language is a plus.
6. Reliable transportation to and from work for normal working hours (8 AM to 5 PM) and occasional overtime work.
7. Pass criminal background check, drug screen, Social Security verification and physical exam.

Benefits:

1. Competitive hourly or monthly pay commensurate with experience and qualifications.
2. Company-provided medical insurance or contribution to cover your medical insurance premium.
3. Paid vacations and holidays according to company policy.

About the Company:

Philos Global Technologies is a leader in surface treatment for diecast, forming, stamping and tooling industries. We provide patented surface treatment that allows our customers to maximize production and output from their tooling as well as save time and money on maintenance.

To apply, please send a cover letter and your resume to jobs@philosgt.com

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Principals only. Do not contact with unsolicited services or offers.

Production Assistant

Philos Global Technologies, a Buffalo Grove, IL-based manufacturing company, is seeking an entry-level Production Assistant to work in their metal surface treatment and manufacturing operations.

Position: Production Assistant
Hours: Full-Time, generally Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, but occasional overtime as required.
Location: Buffalo Grove, IL

Key Responsibilities:

1. Thoroughly learn and understand of our manufacturing process, and apply the process for each project and job order. (We will provide all the training needed for you to understand our manufacturing process.).
2. At the direction of the Production Manager, perform all assigned manufacturing operations according to procedure manual and instructions to ensure that products are manufactured and treated according to specifications and standards.
3. Coordinate with the rest of the manufacturing and quality assurance team to support schedules, shipping and planning on a day-to-day basis.
4. Perform other tasks and duties on the factory floor as assigned by the Production Manager and the management.
5. Follow all safety procedures and instructions at all times. Maintain and upkeep the assigned work stations and areas.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

1. A recent factory labor oriented position or experience is a plus. We will also provide all the training needed.
2. High School GED or equivalent. Must be able to read, write and perform mathematics at a level to be able to complete technical work. Fork lift operator license is a plus.
3. Detail oriented and safety minded. Good interpersonal skills to deal with management and co-workers.
4. Ability to twist, bend and lift up to 30 lbs.
5. Ability to work in a manufacturing environment requiring the use of safety equipment (such as safety glasses, face masks, hard work boots, etc.) and heavy equipment (such as cranes, pallets and fork lifts, etc.) Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
6. Reliable means of transportation, private or public, to and from work for normal working hours (8 AM to 5 PM) and occasional overtime work.
7. Pass criminal background check, drug screen, Social Security verification and physical exam.

Benefits:

1. Competitive hourly pay commensurate with experience and qualifications.
2. Paid vacations and holidays according to company policy.

About the Company:

Philos Global Technologies is a leader in surface treatment for diecast, forming, stamping and tooling industries. We provide patented surface treatment that allows our customers to maximize production and output from their tooling as well as save time and money on maintenance.

To apply, please send a cover letter and your resume to jobs@philosgt.com

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Principals only. Do not contact with unsolicited services or offers.