Receptionist

Talentify; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and/R

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a professional Receptionist for a 5-month contract in Kenosha, WI. You will be the first point of contact for visitors and staff, ensuring a welcoming, organized front office.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, handling calls, check-in, mail, and administrative support. Requires high school diploma and Microsoft Office proficiency; onsite work with a strong emphasis on communication and organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior receptionist/front desk/administrative experience preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Professional demeanor and customer-service mindset.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome visitors, clients, and employees in a professional, friendly manner.
• Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls.
• Manage visitor check-in procedures and logs.
• Coordinate conference room scheduling and preparation.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail and deliveries.
• Provide administrative support: filing, data entry, document prep, record maintenance.
• Monitor office supplies and place orders as needed.
• Respond to general inquiries and route to appropriate departments.
• Maintain a clean, organized reception area.
• Support office operations and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Teams

Job description

Job Title: Receptionist

Position Summary

We are seeking a professional and customer-focused Receptionist for a 5-month contract assignment in Kenosha, WI. The Receptionist will serve as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and employees, ensuring a welcoming and organized front office environment. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome visitors, clients, and employees in a professional and friendly manner.
• Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls.
• Manage visitor check-in procedures and maintain visitor logs.
• Coordinate conference room scheduling and preparation.
• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail, packages, and deliveries.
• Provide administrative support, including filing, data entry, document preparation, and record maintenance.
• Monitor and maintain office supplies and place orders as needed.
• Respond to general inquiries and route requests to the appropriate departments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area.
• Support office operations and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous receptionist, front desk, customer service, or administrative experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Professional demeanor and customer-service mindset.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kenosha, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kenosha,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.