Receptionist

H O PENN MACHINERY•Newington, CT

1d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

H.O. Penn Machinery HIRING IMMEDIATELY Receptionist Newington, CT Pay: $18-$21/hour (dependent on relevant experience) Bonus: 5% bonus potential Benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance 401(k) with company match Holidays & competitive PTO Key Qualifications: Previous reception, customer service or office experience required Ability to maintain a professional / engaging presence and represent the company in a positive manner Ability to multi-task, be highly organized with the ability to be competent in a fast-paced environment Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Proficient in computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, & Outlook Experience with cash report balancing preferred Responsibilities Ensure customer and guest satisfaction Operate telephone system to properly route all incoming calls to appropriate individuals or departments Promote branch relations by greeting visitors and announcing arrivals to departments in a friendly and professional manner When appropriate, direct visitors to the appropriate person, office, or department Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and materials (e.g., pens, forms, and brochures) Facilitate branch operations Process interoffice and regular mail in a timely manner Coordinate delivery of correspondence by receiving and distributing items from courier service Report system or phone line problems Order and maintain stock of supplies and coffee for branch Operate and maintain office equipment at reception area Order lunches for training classes and special events Accurately and efficiently perform various Parts Department functions Process stock order paperwork when required Prepare bank deposits Process customer quotes/parts orders when part numbers are available Assist in other billing clerk functions when required Qualifications Previous reception, customer service or office experience required Ability to maintain a professional / engaging presence and represent the company in a positive manner Ability to multi-task, be highly organized with the ability to be competent in a fast-paced environment Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Proficient in computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, & Outlook Experience with cash report balancing preferred Physical Requirements: Standing and/or sitting for prolonged periods of time Hand coordination for typing, writing, and computer use Occasional forward bending and reaching Occasional walking and climbing stairs Carrying (up to 20lbs.) Reasonable accommodations made as needed. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender or gender status, disability, genetic information, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status, or any other protected class as designated by Federal, State and/or local law.

Requirements

Previous reception, customer service or office experience required
Ability to maintain a professional / engaging presence and represent the company in a positive manner
Ability to multi-task, be highly organized with the ability to be competent in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Proficient in computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, & Outlook

Nice To Haves

Experience with cash report balancing preferred

Responsibilities

Operate telephone system to properly route all incoming calls to appropriate individuals or departments
Promote branch relations by greeting visitors and announcing arrivals to departments in a friendly and professional manner
Direct visitors to the appropriate person, office, or department
Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and materials (e.g., pens, forms, and brochures)
Process interoffice and regular mail in a timely manner
Coordinate delivery of correspondence by receiving and distributing items from courier service
Report system or phone line problems
Order and maintain stock of supplies and coffee for branch
Operate and maintain office equipment at reception area
Order lunches for training classes and special events
Process stock order paperwork when required
Prepare bank deposits
Process customer quotes/parts orders when part numbers are available
Assist in other billing clerk functions when required