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Administrative Associate - Level IV - Manufacturing

Today Columbus, IN

DESCRIPTION

Job Summary:

We are looking for a talented Administrative Associate to join our team in Columbus, IN. This employee will act as an extension of senior management ensuring a positive customer experience while being the representative of senior management to others. They will provide administrative support and perform numerous duties including scheduling, writing correspondence, emailing, overseeing visitors, routing callers and answering questions and requests.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

  • Anticipates the needs of senior management and manages his/her schedules.
  • Arranges and coordinates travel arrangements including expense reports and visa/passport requirements.
  • Gathers, compiles, verifies and analyses information for management' use in documents such as memos, letters, reports, speeches, presentations and news releases.
  • Facilitates smooth communication between senior management and coworkers and between senior management and external parties such as media, customers, vendors and the public.
  • Maintains the security and confidentiality of management' records and files.
  • Monitors, reviews and approves standard expenditures to ensure the activities of the office are conducted within established budgets.
  • Reports required information on a regular basis as assigned (e.g. monthly).
  • Performs various tasks using independent judgement and discretion; e.g., preparing documents and presentation materials; screening and responding to incoming correspondence, inquiries, and phone calls; drafting letters and official information releases; arranging and attending meetings; taking and distributing minutes.
  • Act as formal resource for colleagues with less experience.
  • Completes other activities for senior management upon request and/or as required.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

  • Ability to communicate clearly across multiple modes (written, verbal, visual) and tailor messages to diverse audiences, while valuing different perspectives and cultures.
  • High energy and action orientation to tackle challenges quickly, combined with strong planning and prioritization skills to align work with organizational goals.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships internally and externally, deliver solutions that meet customer needs, and hold yourself and others accountable for commitments.
  • Comfort with interpreting qualitative and quantitative data, applying problem-solving frameworks, and presenting insights through clear, visual storytelling (reports, dashboards) to enable data-driven decisions.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.

This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:

Significant work experience and in-depth knowledge obtained through specialized training and relevant experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Lead EEEC engagement for the site
  • Lead and participate in varying committees promoting site cohesion and environment
  • Organize for site visits
  • Organize site staff agendas
  • Active role in safety administrative tasks with dotted line to HSE Lead
  • Reporting
  • HSE communications
  • Strategic Initiatives

Role Expectations

The GPP for this role is designated as a hybrid role but the hiring manager has stated that this is an onsite role with flexibility.

Compensation (For United States)

Please note the salary range provided in a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate's qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category Hybrid

Job Type Office

Min Salary $55200

Max Salary $82800

Application End Date 22-DEC-2025

ReqID 2421735

Relocation Package No

Cummins and E-Verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.

Client-provided location(s): Columbus, IN
Job ID: Cummins-R-C2A3DCB978BF489A8C8F0F1EE471D98F
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-11-25T19:31:22

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Casual Dress
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Pension
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion