Fire-Dex is a family-owned company headquartered in Ohio with a primary manufacturing facility located in Pelham, Georgia. Our four operations facilities specialize in creating head-to-toe firefighter protective gear for first responders worldwide. Our Gear Wash subsidiary is the world’s largest Independent Service Provider (ISP) for gear care and maintenance, we ensure that firefighters’ equipment remains in top condition. Our offerings include turnout gear, alternative PPE, boots, hoods, gloves, and helmets. We are looking to add to our team of dynamic associates in Pelham with associates who are ready to contribute to our mission to serve those who serve
We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Office Administrator to join our team. In this role, you will handle various administrative tasks and support our production operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have excellent communication skills, we’d love to hear from you!
Responsibilities Include:
- Answer and direct incoming phone calls to the appropriate associates
- Greet visitors in a professional manner
- Process, sort, and route incoming and outgoing mail
- Oversees security fob system
- Maintain organized filing systems.
- Handle accounts payable tasks.
- Prepare shipping and receiving documentation.
- Generate labels using multiple software programs.
- Adapt to new computer programs as needed.
- Place orders and manage inventory.
- Maintain confidentiality of all financial data
- Track shop order status throughout production.
- Create and manage spreadsheets.
- Type documents and correspondence efficiently.
- Answer multi-line phones professionally.
- Welcome and assist visitors to the office.
- Record and promptly distribute messages.
- Document attendance call-ins from associates.
- Other duties as assigned.
Candidates should possess the following:
- Previous experience in office administration, including accounting-related responsibilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Problem-solving skills and a sense of urgency.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Benefits Include:
- Competitive Salary
- Health, dental and vision insurance for you and your family
- Paid time off, including parental leave
- 401(k) with matching, life insurance, EAP for entire family, discount programs and other perks
- Profit sharing bonuses based upon company success
- Work in state-of-the-art facilities which create customized head-to-toe protection for first responders
- Fulfillment about the purposeful work you do within an impactful industry
More About Us:
- Our values include fun, integrity, respect, and excellence = FIRE!
- Our dedicated team of associates have helped pave the path of innovation for new products and services that are focused on the health and safety of first responders
- Location: 620 W Railroad Street South, Pelham, GA 31779
- 40+ years in business
- Multi award-winning organization – including multiple repeat recognition as a Top Workplace by NorthCoast 99 eight times over, Family Business Achievement Awards, Smart Culture Awards, Cascade Business Growth Awards and Weatherhead 100!
Be part of making the highest quality personal protective equipment in the USA and keeping first responders safe!
Learn more about our culture and team!
- Find purposeful work within an impactful industry: https://youtu.be/Z8Pgfsj6wVc
- Find your work passion with the Fire-Dex family: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zh-cq2r1xyU
- How It's Made: Turnout Gear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwgnI2OjBXk
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Skills Required
- Previous experience in office administration, including accounting-related responsibilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational abilities and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Problem-solving skills and a sense of urgency
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic math skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
What We Do
Fire-Dex is a family-owned manufacturer of personal protective equipment for firefighters and other first responders. It develops customized, innovative head-to-toe gear designed to help protect those working in hazardous conditions. Through its partnership with sister company Gear Wash, Fire-Dex also supports PPE care and maintenance across the gear lifecycle. Its mission is to serve those who serve, advancing first-responder health and safety through product innovation and service.
