Administrative Assistant - Fabrication Shop

Cogentanalytics · Corpus Christi, TX

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support daily operations within a fast-paced welding testing laboratory and manufacturing environment in Corpus Christi, Texas. 

The ideal candidate is professional, dependable, customer-focused, and capable of managing multiple priorities in an industrial and technical environment. Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

  • Answer phones, greet visitors, customers, inspectors, and clients professionally.
  • Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for testing records, certifications, and customer documentation.
  • Scan, file, and manage reports, welder qualification records, WPS/PQR documents, and project paperwork.
  • Coordinate internal paperwork flow between laboratory, production, QA/QC, and management teams.
  • Maintain office supplies, shipping materials, and general office organization.
  • Assist with scheduling meetings, training sessions, inspections, and customer visits.
  • Support travel arrangements, lodging, and logistics for field personnel or inspectors as needed.
  • Assist with onboarding paperwork and employee administrative support.
  • Support general office operations and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2–4 years of administrative, office coordination, project support, or customer service experience.
  • Experience in industrial, manufacturing, construction, fabrication, welding, or technical environments preferred.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency with:
    • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
    • PDF editing software
    • File management systems
    • CRM or ERP systems preferred
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
    • Professional customer service and phone etiquette.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive documentation.
    • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
    • High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive compensation based on experience
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Stable and growing company environment

Operations pay context

Based on 4,257 disclosed Operations salaries on RoleSuite, the role pays a median of $110K/year, with most offers between $82K and $145K (10th–90th percentile: $66K–$184K).

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