Company Overview

Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need. Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

Position Summary

The Senior Business Assistant, reporting to the Plant Manager, will be responsible for working directly with the various plant departments in all areas of the facility. This role will be the primary contact for all payroll and recruiting activities for the facility. The Senior Business Assistant/Payroll Admin will also provide administrative support by handling information requests, and performing clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, and scheduling meetings and events.

ResponsibilitiesPreparing reports, memos, letters, and other documents as neededPerforming general office duties such as ordering suppliesMaintaining records management database systems and retentionEntering data for plant related activities (distributing weekly reports topics, month end reporting etc.)Responsible for ensuring that all plant administrative processes are up to date and in compliance with corporate and plant policies and proceduresMaintaining all payroll operations according to company policy and proceduresAnswers payroll related questions from teammates, supervisors, and other leaders; address discrepanciesResponsible for coordinating all recruiting activities for hourly and salaried open positions (screen candidates, coordinate interviews, etc.)Miscellaneous Duties:Answering phone calls and direct calls to appropriate parties or take messagesAnalyzing incoming mail, memos, submissions, and reports to determine their significance and plan their distributionPerforming other related duties and projects as assigned.

Typically requires a minimum of 2-4 years of related experience

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Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.