Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Specialist to join our HR team. The ideal candidate is a HR professional who has an innovative and creative approach, hands-on team player with a passion for people.  HR Specialist supports the HR team, providing them with proactive and hands-on performance of the day-to-day human resources functions and duties. The Human Resources Specialist will report to the Human Resources Director and work closely with all members of the team to ensure the successful implementation and consistent administration of human resource initiatives and practices.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fields walk-in inquiries, answering general HR-related inquiries regarding standard topics
• Initiating, monitoring, and tracking projects and processes such as on-boarding tickets, checklists, I-9 documentation, Performance Review completion, distribution lists, etc.
• Participating in and performing audits of HR process data to ensure alignment with compliance regulations
• Effectively utilizing and maintaining HR systems which may include databases or software programs, submits HR Service tickets, New Hire bundles, etc.
• Utilizing a creative approach to creating new hire packets, coordinating associate recognition/engagement programs, etc.
• Providing excellent customer service and project support to the Human Resources team as well as other internal stakeholders
• Supporting time and attendance records processes when needed for bi-weekly payroll prep, reconciles variances, resolves discrepancies, and/or fields associates questions
• Coordinating and partnering to drive employee engagement efforts  (includes new hire on-boarding, various employee committee(s), recognition events, community events, and other meetings as needed)
• Maintaining purchase orders and auditing invoices
• Providing reports as requested and maintaining HR KPIs or other records as applicable
• Partnering with HR leadership team on special projects related to a wide variety of HR initiatives and continuous improvements
• Supporting the team in overall HR operations which may include ad hoc assignments within the assigned work scope perspective

Qualifications

Education

Minimum:  Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or related field

Experience

2 years of Human Resources experience, including experience in HR Services,  administrative HR, or Talent Acquisition support

Critical Behaviors and Skills

• Passion for people and business acumen
• Strong organizational skills required
• Must be a self-starter who is flexible and able to take initiative with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to balance multiple priorities/projects simultaneously with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business
• Patience and professionalism are essential
• High level of integrity and confidentiality necessary
• Knowledge of human resources management practices and US employment law
• Enjoy working in a fast paced manufacturing environment
• Robust relationship building and interpersonal skills
• Excellent skills in both verbal and written communication 
• Demonstrated ability to partner with other business groups and all levels within the organization
• Creative problem-solving capabilities to offer practical solutions to problems
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Experience with SAP business system is strongly desired
• Desire to grow professionally into HR Business Partner role in the future

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce – EOE/Protected Veteran/Disabled.

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