Receptionist Job at Aston Carter in Rockville

Overview

Receptionist position based in Rockville, Maryland. Contract to Hire. The role is onsite in a secured lab facility.

Responsibilities

• Answer, screen, and forward incoming phone calls.
• Receive packages and process packing slips.
• Greet and welcome visitors upon their arrival at the office.
• Assist in delivering packages and samples to the office and lab.
• Maintain front office supplies and keep an inventory of stock.
• Ensure office equipment such as copiers and printers are functional.
• Perform data entry tasks.
• Keep the reception area tidy and presentable.
• Plan company lunches, parties, and events as assigned.
• Respond to inquiries in a courteous and helpful manner.
• Maintain office inventory and supplies.
• Complete and document all mandatory trainings, including annual safety training and other in‑service training.
• Participate in training performed by technical representatives and seek knowledge through articles and outside laboratory training.

Qualifications & Skills

• 3-5 years of receptionist and/or administrative assistant experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Ability to type at a speed of 50 words per minute.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Strong administrative capabilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Self-starter, motivated, and takes initiative.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of staff.
• Attentive to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Exercise sound judgment.

Job Details

• Job Type: Contract to Hire
• Location: Rockville, Maryland
• Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with a one-hour break, or 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM with a 30-minute break, Monday through Friday
• Pay Range: $16.00 - $22.00/hr

Benefits & Eligibility

• Medical, dental & vision
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth options
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Work Environment

The position is onsite in Rockville, MD, in a secured lab facility with nasal swab activities described in the original posting. The company fosters a casual and friendly environment and offers a solid benefits package.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients globally, specializing in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions. We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting