Front Desk Receptionist

Waltonen Engineering Inc.; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Receptionist to enhance their team in Troy, MI. This role is pivotal in managing the front office and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for visitors. You'll be responsible for handling calls, processing mail, and providing vital administrative support to various departments. With a focus on organization and communication, this position offers a chance to thrive in a dynamic environment while contributing to the smooth operation of the office. If you're a reliable individual with a knack for multitasking, this opportunity could be a great fit for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Employer Matching 401K

Overtime Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Programs (FSAs)

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Employee Referral Program

Off-Site Company Events

Employee Luncheons

Qualifications

• Experience in front-office operations and administrative support is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and manage incoming calls with professionalism.
• Provide administrative support and maintain office supply inventory.
• Assist in scheduling and coordinating meetings and events.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Independence Tooling is actively seeking a Receptionist to join our team in Troy, MI!


Responsibilities

• Greet and check-in visitors while ensuring a clean, well-organized reception area
• Professionally manage and direct incoming calls with efficiency and courtesy
• Process and distribute incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and facsimiles promptly
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to employees and customers, including document filing and organization
• Assist the Vice President, Human Resource Manager, and other departments as needed
• Review and process employment applications, forwarding them to HR for further consideration
• Capture new hire photos and create employee badges for identification
• Accurately track and update vacation days in the system as required
• Maintain office supply inventory, placing orders as needed to ensure availability
• Schedule and coordinate conference room reservations for meetings and company events
• Prepare essential documents, including shippers, purchase orders, and correspondence
• Support company event planning by organizing logistics, ordering food, and procuring necessary supplies
• Perform additional administrative tasks and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Preferred experience in front-office operations, scheduling, and administrative support
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel); formal training is a plus
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage professionally with employees and customers
• High accuracy and attention to detail in administrative tasks
• Highly reliable, dependable, and consistent in performance
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities efficiently
• Capability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Only United States citizens can be considered

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
• Familiarity with manufacturing or engineering environments
• Knowledge of HR or Accounting processes, including vacation tracking and onboarding support

Business Hours

• Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Additional overtime hours as needed based on business demands

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Employer Matching 401K
• Overtime Pay: Time and a half after 40 hours
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Programs (FSAs)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Off-Site Company Events & Employee Luncheons

Who are we?

Waltonen Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, weight, height, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.