Receptionist – 1st Shift | Temp-to-Hire

Receptionist – 1st Shift | Temp-to-Hire

Pay: $16.00 per hour
Location: Pittsburg, KS
Shift: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Job Order #: 154014

Position Overview

Stand-By Personnel is seeking a professional, friendly, and organized Receptionist for a temp-to-hire opportunity with a manufacturing company in Pittsburg, Kansas. This position serves as the first point of contact for visitors and customers while providing administrative and clerical support to daily office operations.

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced office environment.

Previous receptionist, customer service, or administrative experience is preferred. Candidates should be comfortable answering phones, greeting visitors, maintaining records, and handling confidential information professionally.

Required Experience & Skills

Previous receptionist, customer service, or administrative experience preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional and friendly demeanor.

Candidates must have basic computer skills, strong organizational abilities, and excellent attention to detail. The ability to multitask, follow instructions, and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information is essential.

Dependable attendance, punctuality, and a positive attitude are important for success in this position.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Greet customers, visitors, and employees professionally while maintaining a welcoming front-office environment. Direct visitors to the appropriate departments or personnel and respond to general inquiries.

Answer incoming telephone calls, transfer calls to appropriate employees, and provide accurate information when applicable.

Assist with data entry, filing, document organization, and general administrative responsibilities. Maintain accurate office records and ensure documents are organized and readily accessible.

Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and deliveries. Support office personnel with daily administrative tasks and additional responsibilities as assigned.

Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area while following company policies and confidentiality requirements.

Front Desk & Customer Service

Serve as the primary point of contact for visitors and customers entering the office.

Responsibilities include greeting visitors, providing directions, answering general questions, and maintaining a professional reception environment.

Candidates should be comfortable communicating with a variety of people while providing friendly, courteous, and efficient customer service.

Telephone & Office Communication

Answer and route incoming telephone calls while maintaining professional phone etiquette.

Respond to general inquiries, communicate messages accurately, and direct questions or concerns to appropriate personnel.

Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple requests are important for maintaining efficient office operations.

Administrative & Clerical Support

Assist with routine office responsibilities, including data entry, filing, document organization, record maintenance, and general administrative support.

Candidates may also assist with receiving and distributing mail, organizing office materials, and supporting other departments as needed.

Recordkeeping & Confidentiality

Maintain accurate electronic and physical records while following established office procedures.

Candidates must handle confidential information appropriately, maintain organized documentation, and exercise professional judgment when working with sensitive records.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience as a Receptionist, Front Desk Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, Customer Service Representative, or Office Assistant is preferred.

Experience answering phones, greeting visitors, performing data entry, organizing records, and supporting general office operations is valuable.

Work Environment

Professional office environment within a manufacturing facility. Regular interaction with visitors, customers, office personnel, and other departments.

This position involves frequent telephone communication, computer use, administrative tasks, and front-desk responsibilities.

Strong emphasis on professionalism, organization, confidentiality, customer service, and dependable attendance.

Benefits & Perks

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  Starting pay of $16.00 per hour
  
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  Consistent Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM schedule
  
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  Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term employment potential
  
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  On-site fitness facility available
  
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  Opportunity to develop additional administrative and customer-service experience
  

Why You'll Want This Opportunity

This position offers a consistent weekday schedule, competitive starting pay, and the potential for long-term employment through a temp-to-hire arrangement.

Employees will gain valuable front-office, customer-service, and administrative experience while supporting a manufacturing operation.

The facility also provides access to an on-site fitness facility, offering an additional workplace perk.

Ready to Apply?

Apply today for immediate consideration and reference Job Order #154014.

For more information, contact Stand-By Personnel – Joplin at 417-208-9462.

You can also apply in person at:

Stand-By Personnel – Joplin
1901 E. 32nd St., Suite 8
Joplin, MO 64804