Administrative Clerk Administrative Clerk

Administrative Clerk – Manufacturing & Shipping Support (1st Shift)

Location: Houston, TX 77003 (near Downtown)
Pay Rate: $18.00–$20.00 per hour, depending on experience
Schedule: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Employment Type: Temporary Contract (W-2)
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Openings: 1

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable, organized, and detail-oriented Administrative Clerk to provide administrative and clerical support at a manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas.

This position supports daily plant operations through data entry, shipping and receiving documentation, inventory recordkeeping, purchasing assistance, and general office administration.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, basic Microsoft Office proficiency, and the ability to manage multiple administrative responsibilities accurately and efficiently.

SAP experience is a plus but is not required. Training will be provided.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with administrative, clerical, data entry, warehouse office, or manufacturing support experience.

Key Responsibilities

Data Entry & Recordkeeping

• Enter and maintain accurate shipping, receiving, and inventory information.

• Record inbound and outbound shipment details in SAP.

• Process raw material receipts and maintain related documentation.

• Update inventory records and assist with routine inventory reconciliation.

• Maintain organized electronic and paper records.

• Collect and enter routine utility and wastewater usage information.

• Ensure information is entered accurately and in a timely manner.

Shipping, Receiving & Plant Administration

• Prepare, file, and organize shipping and receiving documentation.

• Assist with tracking incoming and outgoing materials.

• Support the resolution of basic shipping discrepancies by communicating with the appropriate departments.

• Maintain purchasing, inventory, and plant-related records.

• Provide general administrative assistance to plant operations personnel.

Purchasing & Supply Coordination

• Create and track purchase requisitions for supplies and materials as directed.

• Assist with ordering office and plant supplies.

• Monitor and replenish office, coffee, breakroom, and other routine supplies.

• Maintain accurate purchasing documentation and supply records.

Front Office & General Administrative Support

• Greet visitors, contractors, and vendors in a professional manner.

• Assist with facility access and visitor procedures.

• Respond to routine administrative inquiries.

• Organize and maintain office files and documentation.

• Support daily clerical activities and special administrative assignments.

• Communicate with plant personnel and other departments as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry skills.

• Good organizational and time management abilities.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and complete assignments on time.

• Professional verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to follow instructions and work with limited supervision.

• Dependability, confidentiality, and a positive work attitude.

• Ability to follow company policies and manufacturing facility safety procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in administrative support, clerical work, or data entry.

• Experience supporting a manufacturing facility, warehouse, shipping, or receiving department.

• Familiarity with shipping and receiving documentation.

• Experience maintaining inventory records or purchasing documentation.

• SAP or similar business system experience.

Important: SAP experience is preferred, not required. Candidates who are comfortable with computers and willing to learn are encouraged to apply.

Computer & Administrative Skills

• Microsoft Excel

• Microsoft Outlook

• Microsoft Word

• Data entry and recordkeeping

• Electronic filing and document organization

• Shipping and receiving documentation

• Inventory tracking

• Purchase requisitions

• SAP (training available)

Work Schedule

1st Shift: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM

• Onsite position in Houston, Texas

• 30-minute lunch period

• Temporary assignment covering an employee leave of absence

• Assignment scheduled through February 28, 2027

Work Environment

This position is primarily office-based within a manufacturing facility.

Occasional entry into plant, warehouse, shipping, or receiving areas may be required.

Responsibilities involve regular computer and telephone use, sitting, standing, walking, and occasional handling of office supplies or records.

Employees must follow all facility safety requirements and wear appropriate personal protective equipment when required.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a reliable administrative professional who enjoys working with data, documents, spreadsheets, and daily operational tasks.

Candidates with backgrounds in the following positions are encouraged to apply:

• Administrative Clerk

• Administrative Assistant

• Data Entry Clerk

• Office Clerk

• Shipping and Receiving Clerk

• Warehouse Administrative Clerk

• Inventory Clerk

• Purchasing Assistant

• Manufacturing Administrative Assistant

• Office Assistant

• Operations Clerk

• Shipping Coordinator

SAP experience is not required. We are looking for someone who is organized, accurate, dependable, and willing to learn.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration in accordance with applicable equal employment opportunity laws.