Receptionist, Administrative​/Clerical

HARTING stands for strong connections – across the globe. As one of the leading international suppliers of industrial connectivity, we are connecting customers to their digital future. And as an employer? We connect around 6,000 people at our headquarter in Espelkamp and at locations worldwide. Here you ’ ll find great colleagues, as well as ever new opportunities and innovations revolving around IoT and artificial intelligence.

In everything we do, we remain true to our roots: as a regionally connected family business that always stays firmly grounded in spite of our stellar high‑tech. Here ’ s to your unique future with us:
Yours!

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The Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for employees and visitors delivering exceptional customer service while supporting daily office operations. Reporting to the Facilities department, this role ensures a welcoming, safe, and well‑organized work environment. In addition to front‑desk duties, the Receptionist provides administrative and operational support to Facilities, assists with vendor coordination, and helps maintain efficient office logistics.

• Manage visitor check‑ins, issue badges, and maintain visitor logs.
• Assist with new hire onboarding tasks related to Facilities (building access, parking info, office maps).
• Manage employee access badges, temporary badges, and visitor passes.
• Monitor front‑door access systems and alert Facilities to issues.
• Monitoring alarm systems including emergency calls, taking necessary actions.
• Monitoring video surveillance.
• Issuing and managing keys.
• General information inquiries:
  Recording building damage and initiating measures for repair, Responding to information requests according to the employer's standards.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail, packages, and deliveries.
• Submit, track, and monitor facilities work orders.
• Report and follow up on janitorial, cleanliness, or building issues.
• Track and replenish office, kitchen, and common‑area supplies.
• Support space planning activities including desk assignments and office moves.
• Maintain conference rooms and shared spaces to ensure they are tidy and functional.
• Schedule facility‑related service visits or maintenance activities.
• Maintain vendor service logs and support communication with vendors.
• Assist with tracking vendor invoices and documentation.
• Support emergency preparedness by maintaining evacuation rosters and safety postings.
• Assist with Facilities documentation, inventory lists, and maintenance logs.
• Maintain inventories for office keys, equipment, and access cards.
• Help coordinate company meetings, events, or deliveries impacting office logistics.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional office administration training is a plus.
• 5 years of previous receptionist or administrative experience required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional, friendly demeanor with excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and manage time effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Bilingual is a plus.

HARTING Americas is a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German‑based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world's most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments.

As a third generation, family‑owned company, with over 75 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people. You will discover that we work hard – to fulfill our personal, company, and customer goals, and in our commitment to our community with our holiday drives and our paid VTO (Voluntary Time Off). You will also discover that we like to have fun – like when we celebrate the holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, prost to…