Front Office Coordinator
About Plant Sciences Genetics (PSG)
Plant Sciences Genetics, Inc. (PSG) is a leading global berry variety developer and plant breeder specializing in strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries. With proprietary breeding programs and best-in-class technology, PSG operates its own nurseries in California and Central Mexico and collaborates with third-party propagators worldwide. PSG’s mission is to deliver healthy plants of innovative and high-performance berry genetics to commercial growers around the globe.
Founded in 2025 through the consolidation of seven established companies with more than 40 years of industry experience, PSG continues to build a collaborative, innovative, and growth-focused culture. As we expand, we are investing in our people, processes, and technology to support our mission of delivering exceptional genetics and customer service worldwide.
Position Summary
The Front Office Coordinator is the first point of contact for visitors, employees, vendors, and callers at our corporate headquarters. This highly visible role is responsible for creating a professional and welcoming experience while ensuring the front office operates efficiently each day.
The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, customer-focused, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. This position partners closely with the Office Administrative Coordinator to ensure seamless front desk coverage and support daily office operations.
What You'll Do
- Welcome visitors, employees, vendors, and customers while maintaining a professional and friendly front desk.
- Answer, screen, and route incoming calls and respond to general inquiries.
- Manage visitor check-in, front gate access, and company security procedures.
- Receive, sort, and distribute mail, packages, and deliveries.
- Assist with conference room setup and visitor hospitality.
- Maintain front office records and provide general administrative support.
- Partner with the Office Administrative Coordinator to ensure continuous front desk coverage and support daily office operations.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience in reception, customer service, hospitality, or office administration.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and standard office equipment.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain confidentiality.
- Professional, friendly, and service-oriented with strong attention to detail.
- Able to multitask, work independently, and thrive in a fast-paced office environment.
- Collaborative team player with a positive attitude.
- Preferred: Experience in a corporate, agricultural, manufacturing, or multi-site office environment.
- Preferred: Familiarity with visitor management, shipping, or access control systems.
Why Join PSG?
We value teamwork, integrity, continuous improvement, and providing exceptional service to both our customers and our employees.
If you enjoy creating positive first impressions and keeping an office running smoothly, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please send your resume and desired salary to [email protected].
Starting salary will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, education, relevant experience, and overall fit for the role.
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship?
- This position is fully in-office at our Watsonville, CA headquarters. Are you able to work onsite Monday through Friday during regular business hours?
- Are you bilingual in English and Spanish (able to communicate professionally with visitors, employees, and callers in both languages)?
- Do you have experience answering, screening, and routing incoming calls using a business phone system?
- Are you proficient using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, along with standard office equipment?
- Do you have previous experience working in a front desk, reception, customer service, hospitality, or office administrative role?
Work Location: In person
