Front Desk Receptionist _Administrative Assistant (526
Listed on 2026-08-06
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Administrative/Clerical
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Admin Assistant, Office Assistant, Front Desk/Receptionist
FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST / ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTLocation and Facility
Location: Petersburg, Virginia
Facility: 300-person manufacturing operation
Position OverviewWe are seeking a professional and personable Front Desk Receptionist / Administrative Assistant to serve as the first point of contact for our Petersburg manufacturing facility. This role is essential to maintaining smooth daily operations and creating a welcoming environment for visitors, vendors, and employees. The ideal candidate will be organized, tech-savvy, and possess excellent interpersonal skills.
Key Responsibilities- Greet and assist all visitors, guests, and vendors in a friendly and professional manner
- Manage visitor sign-in procedures and issue temporary badges in accordance with facility security protocols
- Order and put away office supplies
- Place food orders
- Maintain site organization charts
- Assist with expense reports
- Schedule meetings and conference rooms using Outlook calendar
- Process incoming and outgoing mail and packages
- Assist with data entry and document management as needed
- Provide general administrative support to the site operating team
- Support special projects and perform other duties as assigned
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with diverse individuals
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Reliable and punctual with strong attendance record
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Previous receptionist or administrative experience
- Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Basic knowledge of office equipment (copiers, scanners, fax machines)
This position is based in a manufacturing facility and requires working standard business hours Monday through Friday. The role is primarily office-based with occasional interaction in manufacturing areas.
What We Offer- Competitive hourly compensation
- Professional work environment
- Chance to be part of a dynamic manufacturing team
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace.
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