Executive Assistant - Operations

Beschreibung

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide. Working at GEA Group has significant benefits: - Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day - Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore - Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster - Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset - Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits - Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance - Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

About GEA

• GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

• Why join GEA

• GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Anforderungen

• Collaboration: Works seamlessly across functions; builds trust at all levels.

• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication; able to synthesize complex data for executives.

• Digital Savviness: High proficiency in Office 365, ERP systems, dashboards, analytics.

• Entrepreneurship: Acts proactively, anticipates needs, drives improvements.

• Accountability: Owns outcomes, follows through, and ensures closure on commitments.

• People Development: Supports workforce training, growth, onboarding, and employee experience.

• 5–7 years of experience supporting senior leadership, preferably within Operations, Logistics, or Manufacturing environments.

• Proven success in operations coordination, executive support, business cadence management, or administrative oversight.

• Strong command of Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Experience with SAP or ERP systems preferred.

• Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to multitask, drive follow‑up, and proactively manage priorities.

• High integrity with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

• Strong problem‑solving, systems thinking, and continuous‑improvement mindset.

Zakres obowiązków

• Own the creation, coordination, and continuous improvement of the operations operating rhythm.

• Track division‑wide commitments, action items, and deliverables, ensuring follow‑through and timely execution.

• Manage high‑priority initiatives on behalf of the VP; act as an extension of their leadership.

• Provide decision support by gathering insights, preparing summaries, and pre‑evaluating risks.

• Draft executive communications and prepare board‑quality presentations.

• Own the VP’s strategic calendar, safeguarding focus time and elevating meeting quality with agendas, pre‑reads, and action summaries.

• Partner with HR, Payroll, and external staffing agencies to maintain stable workforce operations.

• Oversee onboarding for new hires, including first‑day administration and safety training.

• Support succession planning, workforce reporting, training compliance, and staffing optimization.

• Oversee administrative processes for the office, warehouse support areas, and production‑adjacent facilities.

• Manage vendor relationships for office equipment, repairs, and maintenance.

• Monitor space planning, workstation setup, asset tracking (incl. mobile devices), and facility readiness.

• Ensure compliance with safety, cleanliness, and workplace protocols.

• Lead internal communication strategy for Operations, including content for digital displays, town halls, newsletters, and event communication boards.

• Coordinate large‑scale employee events such as health/wellness clinics, training weeks, and town halls.

• Support leadership in driving a unified, informed, and engaged operational culture.

• Identify opportunities to eliminate waste, streamline workflows, and simplify administrative or operational processes.

• Support cross‑functional transformation projects in Logistics, Warehouse, HR, and IT.

• Standardize templates, communication formats, meeting structures, SOPs, and reporting routines.