Receptionist

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health plans

401(k) matching

Generous PTO policy

Job summary

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. is seeking a full-time receptionist to join our corporate office in Sugar Land, Texas. You will act as the primary liaison for visitors, providing exceptional customer service while managing inquiries from the public, clients, and customers.

Your responsibilities include assisting with daily office needs, updating business cards, managing internal lunch events, and greeting guests. A High School diploma is required; proficiency in Microsoft Office and bilingual skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education is required.
• Previous experience in a corporate administrative environment is a plus.
• Must be highly organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Interface with various stakeholders both internal and external.
• Greet and assist visitors courteously.
• Answer phone calls and direct inquiries.
• Manage mail and deliveries.
• Maintain front desk, office, and lobby appearance.

Skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office proficiency

Bilingual (Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, or Vietnamese)

Organizational skills

Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Build a Brighter Future with AOI: Join Our Team of Visionaries

Seeking a full‑time receptionist for a corporate office to serve as the primary liaison for visitors by providing exceptional customer service. The Receptionist will manage inquiries regarding the organization to the general public, clients and customers. Duties include assisting in daily office needs and general administrative activities while working closely with the admin team to promote a positive work environment.

Job Duties

• Interface appropriately with a broad array of internal and external stakeholders, including company employees at all levels as well as external vendors
• Greet and assist visitors in a courteous manner and ensure they are appropriately hosted and escorted at all times
• Make WiFi guest passes for guests as needed
• Answer phone calls promptly and efficiently; provide information and/or direct inquiries and calls to appropriate staff
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries (Fed Ex, UPS, etc.)
• Manage internal lunch events, OT meals, and social/business gatherings
• Coordinate all aspects of travel as needed
• Assist with phone coverage, vacation coverage, and critical special projects to achieve optimal department results
• Order and stock front desk, office supplies, and mailroom supplies
• Keep up with events that are taking place and put up flyers for events on the bulletin boards
• Update/order business cards as needed
• Maintain presentable lobby appearance
• Submit PR for birthday cards, update Birthday Board, write birthday cards for employees
• Submit New Hire paperwork
• Submit requests for replacement badges
• Contact vendors if any of their machines need service (ex: water dispenser)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education, associate's degree preferred
• Previous experience in the corporate administrative environment is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, or Vietnamese is a plus
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize work and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Have own reliable transportation

Location

This position will be on‑site based in Sugar Land, Texas.

Benefits

In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers

• Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs
• Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
• Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year