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API International is a family business that was established in Portland, Oregon in 1979. We are a manufacturer and wholesale distributor of flanges, expansion joints, valves, other pipe fittings, and custom-fabricated parts for the Agriculture, Exhaust, HVAC, and Water Works markets. At API International, we offer a generous benefit package including:
- Employer-paid health, vision, dental insurance, and long-term disability.
- Full coverage of the base plan premium on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Spouse and family eligible for 100% coverage on the base plan premium after one year.
- 80 hours of PTO and 152 hours after the first year (prorated).
- 8 paid holidays (including your birthday).
- 401k with a 4% company match.
- Voluntary Benefits.
- FSA and life insurance.
- Opportunities for advancement within the company.
The Admin Assistant position is a critical piece of the puzzle at API International. This person helps support the Estimator and Estimating Department by executing administrative functions relating to all aspects of assigned work, estimating, and Machine Shop activities. The Admin Assistant will become familiar with industry and API-specific terminology, various materials, and machining operations, and will need to be able to communicate effectively with Sales and Operations personnel.
A typical day:
- Assist in generating timely quotes for materials, machining, and outside services based on customer specifications.
- Coordinate with Sales, Machine Shop, Shop Scheduler, Engineering, and other teams to gather necessary information for accurate quotes.
- Assist in maintaining and tracking quote-related metrics.
- Handle paperwork related to Machine Shop operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the Estimating team.
The ideal candidate requires the following:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Basic proficiency in Excel.
- Previous experience in an office or customer service role preferred.
- Ability to grasp basic mathematical concepts.
We highly prefer the following:
- Associate’s degree in a relevant field.
- Internship or coursework in a manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with reading mechanical drawings.
