About this role
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
About the role
The Front Desk Receptionist will work alone to greet and check in all visitors. The working hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm with a 30-minute lunch break. Some overtime may be required. Attire is business causal and must have a professional character that is able to work with a diverse style of personalities.
Primary Functions:
• Upon arriving make sure necessary lights are on and the TV with the safety message is turned on
• Answer / screen / forward incoming phone calls using a multi-line telephone system
• Personably greet and welcome walk-in customers / visitors; ensure they are signed in accordingly then direct them to the appropriate staff member
• Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office
• Ensure reception desk is manned and the main telephone line has coverage at all times during business hours
• Perform brief safety orientation accordingly with customers / visitors entering the premises, where applicable
• Manage inventory and purchase office supplies
• Create and maintain inventory spreadsheet for admin and sales supplies
• Manage and update the conference room calendar as needed
• Organize, set-up, break down and maintain conference room for all operations and executive meetings
• Organize and order lunch on an as needed basis
• Oversee sorting and distribution of mail to both the administration and shop buildings
• Prepare outgoing mail / UPS / FedEx (envelopes, packages, etc.)
• Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, data entry, etc.
• Keep common area clean and organized
• Provide assistance to other departments as needed and per supervisor approval
Experience/Skills:
• Knowledge and proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Customer service quality
• Independently perform substantial clerical and office work
• The ability to proficiently use a multi-line telephone system, computer, copier and other office equipment
• Be a self-motivated individual with initiative and the ability to multi-task
• Team oriented and able to interact with multiple departments
• Bilingual is required (English & Spanish)
What we offer you
• 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays • 401k plan with a 6% match • Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability • Motivating wellness program • Employee Assistance Program • Paid paternal leave • Gym re-imbursement
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment. We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.