Job Description

We are seeking a Human Resources Specialist to join our team! You will perform activities in human resources from recruiting new hires to retaining existing hires.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruit, interview and coordinate selection of hourly and salaried non-exempt employees to fill vacant positions.
• Coordinate temporary employment function with staffing firms.
• Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward company goals.
• Manage layoff/recall of hourly employees according to policy and in a manner that maximizes labor efficiency.
• Advise production supervisors in use of good human relations practices in order to solve work related issues in a fair and consistent manner.
• Counsel and assist hourly production employees with adjustment to productive working situations.
• Recommend changes to policies, procedures, internal practices and HR documents follow current best practices.
• Process hourly performance reviews to ensure appraisals are completed on time and that wage increases are appropriately completed.
• Maintain hourly job descriptions to comply with federal and state labor laws and recommend reevaluation of positions when significant changes occur.
• Process, verify and maintain documentation relating to personnel activities such as staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations and classifications.
• Keep and maintain employee files up to date.
• Provide analysis of human resources transactions, workforce demographics, employment costs and external data to facilitate sound management decisions and/or to complete governmental reporting requirements.
• Provide additional human resources support to Company management or the human resources department as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS/BA Degree from an accredited university with major coursework in human resources or related field or some college with prior 3-5 year human resources experience. PHR certification desired.

• Above average human relations skills that demonstrate an ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.

• Good working knowledge of MS Office programs and other database or payroll systems.

• Excellent organizational, detail and record keeping abilities.

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Company Description

Hopkins manufacturing Corporation designs manufactures and markets a diverse line of products targeted at the automotive and RV aftermarket. We provide patented products that lead in several industry segments. Hopkins is headquartered in a friendly, Midwest, college town. "As the Front Porch of the Flint" Hills this area features large lakes and a national wildlife preserve that offer sporting and other recreational activities. Hopkins provides career growth opportunities in a supportive work environment. A complete fringe benefits package includes health, dental, life and disability insurances, 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing contributions, a quarterly bonus plan and many other special programs.