Project Administrator/Assistant (Contract - onsite Newton, NC) For more than 150 years, our client has combined its unparalleled expertise in glass science, ceramics science, and optical physics, along with its deep manufacturing and engineering capabilities, to develop category-defining products that transform industries and enhance people's lives.

With five major business sectors:

display technologies, environmental technologies, life sciences, optical communications, and specialty materials, they are also among the Forbes 500 largest companies in the US. Job Summary The Project Specialist III provides administrative and coordination support to project teams to ensure projects are well resourced, delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This role assists with documentation, interviewing and onboarding of hired resources, scheduling, communication, and reporting across all phases of the project lifecycle. This role also supports procurement, parts/equipment tracking, inventory, coordination with different project managers, and technical resources for project completion. Key Responsibilities Provide administrative support to Project Managers and project teams Support internal departments with administrative tasks Assist in project scheduling, resource coordination, scheduling meetings and interviews, and task tracking Schedule meetings, appointments, and manage calendars Assist with interview schedule arrangements and communications with internal recruiting agents Assist with project procurement - supporting full lifecycle from order entry to invoice resolution Track existing orders, provide updates and proactively resolve delays Communicate and coordinate with vendors and contractors Support budget tracking and expense reporting Assist with data entry, record-keeping, and database management Coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and track action items Prepare and maintain project documentation and presentations, including plans, schedules, reports, and contracts Monitor project timelines and highlight potential risks or delays Communicate project updates to stakeholders as required Support compliance with company policies, procedures, and project standards Maintain project filing systems and ensure document version control Handle confidential information with professionalism Perform other administrative duties as assigned Required Skills and Qualifications Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management or a related field Proven experience in an administrative or project support role Strong organizational and time-management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira, or similar) Proven experience in an administrative or office support role Strong organizational and multitasking abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills High attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work independently and as part of a team Dynamic Collaboration Office Administrator Conflict Resolution Effective Time management Interpersonal skills Preferred Qualifications ERP experience - SAP or similar Familiarity with basic accounting or HR support tasks Customer service experience Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PMC, CAPM, , PRINCE2 Foundation) Experience working in engineering or corporate project environments Experience using office management software and databases Knowledge of basic budgeting and financial tracking Key Competencies Organization and planning Problem-solving Team collaboration Adaptability Confidentiality and professionalism Time management Professionalism and discretion Reliability Adaptability Working Conditions On site, office-based Light travel may be required May require occasional overtime to meet project deadlines This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Our client will require proof of status prior to employment. Full-time contract employees are eligible for the following benefits: Dental Vision Health 401K Holiday Pay We thank all candidates for their application, however only those that qualify will be contacted.

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

$30.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Manufacturing:

3 years (Preferred) engineering or corporate project environments: 2 years (Required) PM tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira, or similar): 3 years (Required) data entry, record-keeping, and database management: 3 years (Required)

SAP:

1 year (Preferred) HR skills (interviewing / onboarding): 3 years (Required) scheduling & meeting coordination: 3 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Newton, NC 28658 (Required)

Work Location:

In person