Plant Operations & Executive Coordinator

Plant Operations & Executive Coordinator
700 W Court St, Urbana, OH 43078, USA
On-Site

Join our team where we accomplish great things TOGETHER.

Allow us to introduce ourselves…
We are a globally active family company whose sustainable and responsible actions contribute to improved living standards. We are an attractive employer with a value-oriented corporate culture based on trust, appreciation and continuous improvement.

Weidmann Electrical Technology has been at the heart of the global transformer industry for over 140 years. With deep rooted knowledge in the design, development and operation of transformers, Weidmann is a leading integrated solutions provider for specialized product and services in the energy sector.

The role…
The Plant Operations & Executive Coordinator provides administrative and operational coordination support to the site General Manager, plant leadership, and Head of Operations – Americas. This role coordinates key plant activities, employee and visitor support, site events, U.S. travel administration, and executive meeting support. The position requires a high level of organization, professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with employees, visitors, customers, and leaders across the organization.

How you’ll make an impact…

Plant & Operations Administrative Support

Provide administrative support to the Plant Manager and plant leadership.
Answer and direct incoming calls and coordinate USPS mail.
Maintain the plant employee directory and organizational information.
Prepare presentations, reports, agendas, and other materials.
Coordinate plant meetings, events, customer visits, and global visitors.
Maintain organized filing systems for production orders and other plant records.
Manage office supply inventory and ordering.
Administer employee clothing and safety shoe programs.
Maintain and stock first aid cabinets.

New Hire & Visitor Support

Support new hire activities, including new hire luncheons and site orientation logistics.
Coordinate new hire badges and collection of company property upon employee separation.
Support visitor registration, badges, and site logistics.
Provide administrative support for safety activities, including Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO) coordination as applicable.
Ensure visitors and new employees receive appropriate site information and support.

Employee Engagement & Site Activities

Co-lead the Plant Employee Activities Committee.
Manage the committee budget and related expenses.
Coordinate committee activities.
Organize and lead employee engagement events and site activities.

Travel Administration – United States

Serve as the U.S. Travel Administrator under the direction of the Head of HR – AM.
Administer the Concur travel portal and serve as the primary point of contact for U.S. travel administration.
Support compliance with company travel policies and procedures.
Coordinate travel arrangements for global visitors, customers, job candidates, etc. traveling to U.S. sites , including hotels, transportation, and other accommodations as needed.
Support employees and leaders with travel-related questions, issues, and changes.
Maintain appropriate travel records and ensure travel processes are followed consistently.
Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the U.S. travel process.

Executive Support – Head of Operations, Americas

Provide direct administrative and executive support to the Head of Operations – Americas.
Manage executive travel arrangements, itineraries, logistics and complete weekly expense reports.
Prepare meeting agendas, presentations, reports, and other executive materials.
Coordinate executive meetings, including scheduling, logistics, and preparation of materials.
Attend meetings and accurately capture, transcribe, and distribute meeting notes and minutes.
Track follow-up actions and support timely completion of executive priorities.
Handle confidential and sensitive information with a high degree of professionalism and discretion.
Coordinate communications and information between the Head of Operations – Americas, plant leadership, and other internal and external stakeholders.

What do you bring…

High school diploma required. Associate degree in Business Management or a related field preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience in an administrative, operations coordination, executive support, or similar role.
Experience supporting senior leadership in a global manufacturing environment.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Outlook. Working experience with SAP a plus
Experience with travel management systems such as Concur preferred.
Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Core Competencies:
Confidentiality & Discretion – Demonstrates a high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion when handling sensitive employee, operational, and executive information.
Teamwork – Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support multiple stakeholders.
Communication – Strong oral and written communication skills.
Collaboration – Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across all levels of the organization.
Organization & Attention to Detail – Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
Execution – Ability to meet deadlines and follow through on commitments.
Adaptability – Ability to respond effectively to changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What do we offer?

Medical insurance with an accompanying health savings account, vision and dental insurance, PTO.
401k plan with company match, Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance, STD and LTD
Employee assistance program
Employee referral program
Additional company programs include: Wellness, clothing allowance, computer loan, and tuition reimbursement

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

At Weidmann we are committed to equal opportunities and growth for all talents. We are convinced that a diverse and inclusive work environment increases mutual understanding and innovation of our business.