Receptionist

We are looking for a detail-oriented and welcoming Receptionist to support front desk operations for a manufacturing environment in South Carolina. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a positive first impression, keeping daily reception activities organized, and assisting with onboarding coordination for new employees. The person in this role will help ensure visitors, candidates, and team members receive timely support while administrative tasks are handled accurately and efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Welcome visitors, candidates, and employees at the front desk and provide courteous assistance based on their needs.
• Manage incoming calls through a multi-line phone system, direct inquiries to the appropriate contacts, and relay messages accurately.
• Coordinate pre-screening appointments and maintain organized scheduling for candidate-related activities.
• Assist with orientation preparation by organizing materials, confirming attendance details, and helping candidates get ready for onboarding sessions.
• Prepare onboarding documentation packets and verify that materials are complete before orientation begins.
• Enter and update employee or candidate information in company systems with a high level of accuracy.
• Support day-to-day reception coverage by maintaining an orderly front office area and responding promptly to general administrative requests.
• Previous experience in a receptionist, front desk, or customer-facing administrative role.
• Ability to operate a multi-line phone or switchboard system confidently and professionally.
• Strong verbal communication skills with a polite and service-oriented approach.
• Comfortable handling inbound calls, greeting guests, and managing several tasks at once.
• Solid organizational skills and attention to detail when preparing onboarding or hiring-related documents.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to update records accurately in electronic systems.
• Availability to work in a part-time schedule and adapt to changing daily priorities.