Office Associate

Hydro  Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.  Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

Hydro is committed to leading the way in shaping a sustainable future and in doing so, creating more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways to industries that matter.

Job Location: Sidney, OH

Hydro employees can enjoy several benefits including:

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Job Summary: This Position is responsible for managing the front desk of Hydro Sidney plant.  They will act as the gatekeeper for the office by greeting visitors entering the building, allow access to other employees, answer phones, transfer calls, schedule appointments, give directions and manage the flow of traffic in/out of the office.  

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Additional certification in Office Management is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Job Requirements:

• Proven work experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative, or similar role
• Bilingual - English/Spanish/French is highly desired
• Hands-on experience with office equipment (e.g., fax machines and printers)
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
• Excellent organizational skills
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Customer service attitude

Job Responsibilities:

• Greet and welcome guests as soon as they arrive at the office
• Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office
• Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g., pens, forms, and brochures)
• Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email
• Receive, sort, and distribute daily mail/deliveries
• Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges)
• Order front office supplies and keep inventory of stock
• Arrange travel and accommodations, and arrange pick up food for internal meetings
• Keep updated records of office expenses and costs
• Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing
• Complete daily sales reports
• Complete scrap shipment billings
• Pull invoices for online vendor accounts

Health / Safety / Environment / Housekeeping:

• Abides by Hydro Extrusion company rules and policies and procedures.
• Understands that performing job tasks in a safe manner is the highest priority.
• Reports any unsafe condition or act immediately to Supervision or HSE Manager.
• Fills out ‘Near Miss’ paperwork on any unsafe condition or act.
• Understands company safety initiates and acts as facilitator on the floor to promote those initiatives.
• May be asked to participate in accident/incident reviews and develop corrective actions.
• Responsible for housekeeping and 5S in his or her respective area of work or areas as directed by the departmental supervisor

Additional Job Tasks:

This position description is not intended to list all the tasks that employees might be asked to perform. Other duties that may or may not be consistent with the foregoing description of this position may also be assigned either intermittently or continuously.  Also, our company's efficient operation, and its compliance with various employment laws, may require that some or all the foregoing duties be eliminated or expanded, depending upon the circumstances, to make allowances for other employees’ abilities to perform their jobs. 

Care, Courage, & Collaboration

At Hydro We care about our People!

We care about Safety!
 

 Hydro is heading in a new and exciting direction, and we depend on different perspectives to solve our tasks and meet customer needs. Building on our three core values – Care, Courage and Collaboration – we target a high performing and sustainable work environment based on inclusion of our differences.  Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law.   

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