Front Desk Reception/Administration

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.  

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized fouryears in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com. 

Perks of working with us!

• Competitive health + wellness benefit plan

• Continuous professional development with many opportunities for growth!

• Recharge with 15 days of paid time off

• Competitive Salary and Bonuses

• 401k Plan

Position Summary
We are seeking a highly organized and professional Front Desk Receptionist / Administrative Coordinator to support the daily operations of two R&D facilities at the CRISP campus, serving approximately 175 employees. This role is the first point of contact for visitors and employees, and is responsible for managing front desk operations, site access, facility coordination, and general administrative support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact at the front desk, providing professional and courteous assistance to employees, visitors, and contractors.

• Enforce site access procedures and report safety or security concerns as necessary.

• Coordinate maintenance requests, vendor activities, and work orders in collaboration with site management.

• Administer employee onboarding tasks, including badge issuance and orientation support.

• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and office supply procurement.

• Assist with event planning and on-site logistics, including setup and coordination.

• Support purchasing and invoicing processes in alignment with internal protocols.

• Collaborate with local site teams and headquarters to ensure efficient office operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education or certification preferred.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an administrative, reception, or office coordination role.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong customer service orientation.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn internal systems and processes.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Professional demeanor, sound judgment, and a high degree of discretion.

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [email protected]