Administrative Receptionist

Company History
Power/mation is a nationally recognized distributor specializing in advanced automation hardware and software products as well as solutions. We help our customers improve their manufacturing processes by assisting them in the application of unique automation solutions in the following technology areas: motion control, logic control, software, sensors, vision, safety, power transmission, panel components and solutions.
Power/mation began in 1961 and has grown to multiple locations within Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and the Dakotas.
Duties
Answer and direct incoming calls.
Assist callers with questions.
Professionally screen calls when necessary.
Support the Sales department with miscellaneous administrative duties such as preparing reports, monthly key indicators, seminar preparations, travel reservations, mailings and other duties as necessary.
Perform general office duties as requested.
Maintain an orderly appearance in the reception area.
Page personnel when needed.
Pleasantly greet and assist visitors in order to ensure a positive experience at Power/mation.
Notify our employees/associates of the arrival of their visitor.
Assist the Marketing department with miscellaneous items such as ordering seminar lunches, updating the Powerpoint presentation at the front desk, directory searches and compiling data lists.
Qualifications
Minimum of two years related experience including minimum ten-line telephone system.
Proficient PC skills (basic, accurate skills required), including Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
Good attention to detail required.
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
Ability to navigate the internet efficiently for extensive internet searches.
Dependable, “people” person with a positive “can do” attitude and exceptional customer service who is courteous, cooperative and professional when dealing with others.

Benefits
Medical and dental plan, life insurance with AD&D, short and long term disability, health savings accounts, health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, voluntary life insurance, voluntary vision insurance, 401K with company match feature, discretionary profit sharing plan, educational assistance, paid time off, paid holidays including birthday and service anniversary.