Human Resources Coordinator

Overview:

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Tactical HR Coordinator/Assistant to support our HR department within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role is crucial in assisting with day-to-day HR operations, ensuring smooth HR processes, and enhancing workforce engagement. The Tactical HR Coordinator/Assistant will work closely with HR leadership and other departments, providing support in recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and employee relations while ensuring accuracy and compliance with all HR policies.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Coordinate the recruitment process, including posting job openings, screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and communicating with applicants.
• Assist with new hire onboarding, preparing orientation materials, and ensuring a positive experience for new team members.
• Facilitate completion of pre-employment screenings, background checks, and necessary paperwork.

Employee Relations

• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries, responding to questions regarding HR policies, benefits, and general employment-related topics.
• Support HR management in addressing employee concerns, gathering feedback, and promoting a positive workplace culture.
• Assist in organizing employee engagement activities and recognition programs to boost morale and team cohesiveness.

HR Operations and Compliance

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of employee data changes, terminations, promotions, and other personnel actions within HRIS.
• Maintain HR records, ensuring compliance with state and federal employment laws and company policies.
• Assist in payroll preparation, leave tracking, and attendance management as needed.

Benefits Administration

• Provide support in benefits enrollment, answering employee questions regarding health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits.
• Assist in administering leave of absence programs, ensuring compliance with applicable laws such as FMLA and ADA.
• Collaborate with the HR team to manage annual open enrollment and benefits-related communications.

Training and Development

• Support coordination of training sessions, safety programs, and compliance training for employees.
• Track and monitor employee training progress, certifications, and development plans.

Data Management and Reporting

• Compile and analyze HR metrics and assist in preparing reports on recruitment, turnover, attendance, and other key performance indicators.
• Ensure confidentiality and accuracy in data handling and maintain up-to-date personnel files and records.

Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in HR, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Workday) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing HR issues.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily office-based, with occasional visits to the production floor.
• May require occasional travel for recruiting events or training sessions.

This role is ideal for an organized and adaptable HR professional who thrives in a hands-on, tactical environment and enjoys being a key part of a manufacturing team.

We provide health, dental, vision, 401K and opportunities for growth!