Security Officer - Manufacturing Front Desk

Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. As a **Security Officer - Manufacturing Front Desk** in **Towaco, NJ** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As a Front Desk Security Officer, you will be the first point of contact for visitors and employees at a dynamic manufacturing and industrial location. Your responsibilities include monitoring entry points, verifying credentials, and providing outstanding customer service while helping to deter security-related incidents. This role requires strong communication skills and a professional presence, as you represent Allied Universal's values of teamwork, integrity, and caring for people. Join us to be part of an agile and innovative team where your contributions make a difference every day. **Position Type: Full Time** **Pay Rate: $18.50 / Hour** **Job Schedule:** **Day** **Time** Mon10:00 AM - 06:00 PM Tue10:00 AM - 06:00 PM Wed10:00 AM - 06:00 PM Thur10:00 AM - 06:00 PM Fri10:00 AM - 06:00 PM **Why Join Us:** + **Smart Tools:** Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more. + **Career Growth:** Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities. + **Financial Benefits:** Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future. + **Exclusive Perks:** Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program. **What You'll Do:** + Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures and following site-specific policies at the front desk area of the location. + Monitor and control access to the facility, verifying identification and credentials of individuals entering or exiting the premises. + Respond promptly to security-related incidents and critical situations in a calm and problem-solving manner. + Maintain accurate logs and documentation of visitor activity, incidents, and other relevant information as required by the site. + Assist with emergency response activities when appropriate, following established protocols and guidelines. + Communicate professionally with employees, visitors, and/or contractors to help to deter unauthorized access and support a secure environment. **Minimum Requirements:** + State, county, or city issued security license is preferred. + Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles. + Possess a high school diploma or equivalent. + As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. + Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws. + As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law. + Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment. + A valid driver's license will be required for driving positions only. **Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: . If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: . **Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: . If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: . **Job ID:** 2025-1476675 **Location:** United States-New Jersey-Borough of Lincoln Park **Job Category:** Security Officer