Front Desk Administrative Assistant

Overview We are seeking a professional, personable, and highly organized Front Desk Administrative Assistant to serve as the first point of contact for visitors, employees, and external partners. This role is essential in creating a welcoming and compliant workplace while providing administrative support to the Human Resources team. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, detail-oriented, and adaptable, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to HR processes while supporting a collaborative and employee-focused organization. Key Responsibilities Greet visitors, employees, and vendors in a professional and friendly manner, ensuring a positive first impression of the organization.Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls to appropriate departments and team members.Respond to general inquiries promptly and courteously, providing accurate information and assistance.Perform data entry, document preparation, report generation, and other administrative tasks supporting HR operations.Manage front desk operations, including visitor check-in procedures and badge creation.Coordinate meetings and perform general office duties such as copying, filing, scanning, and mail distribution.Order office supplies, employee gifts, and assist with hospitality arrangements for company events and activities.Support the HR team by updating letters, forms, and standard work instructions while ensuring accuracy, completeness, and professionalism.Assist with pre-employment processes and onboarding activities, including tracking paperwork and entering new hire information into HR systems.Coordinate onboarding documentation with Payroll and maintain accurate employee records.Ensure compliance with I-9, E-Verify, ITAR, EEO, and Affirmative Action requirements.Maintain training records and assist with training event coordination and reporting.Act as a liaison with external vendors, benefits providers, medical screening partners, transport companies, and emergency personnel when needed.Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.Adapt to changing priorities and support special projects and other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED required.Minimum of 1 year of experience in a receptionist, administrative assistant, customer service, or other customer-facing role.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong customer service skills with the ability to professionally assist visitors and callers.Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and proactive approach to responsibilities.Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and multicultural environment.Ability to quickly adapt and reprioritize tasks as business needs evolve. Preferred Qualifications Associate degree or additional post-secondary education.Administrative experience or demonstrated aptitude for administrative and HR support functions.Experience using office equipment, including phone systems, copiers, printers, and scanners.Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Experience with HRIS systems or the ability to quickly learn new HR technologies.Ability to compile information and create basic reports.Understanding of HR processes, procedures, and compliance requirements.Experience maintaining accurate records and documentation.Manufacturing industry experience.Bilingual language skills are a plus. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spring Lake Park, MN 55432. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Spring Lake Park,MN 55432. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service. The company is 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 would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. 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