Human Resources Assistant

Role Overview

• Answer basic employee questions about HR policies and benefit offerings.
• Assist with employee relations matters by gathering information, preparing documentation, and supporting investigations under HRM’s direction.
• Promote a positive employee experience through timely communication, professionalism, and consistency.
• Coordinate and facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding for local and remote employees.
• Support recruiting efforts during high-volume hiring periods, including interview scheduling and pre-employment processes.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of new hire documentation and system entry.
• Maintain accurate and timely HR records, including personnel files, attendance, disciplinary, and leave records.
• Track and administer FMLA, ADA, and other leave requests in coordination with the Human Resources Managers and Legal Counsel.
• Support policy distribution, employee acknowledgments, and compliance related training logistics.
• Assist with HR and OSHA audit preparation and documentation as requested.
• Conduct exit interviews and manage offboarding processes.
• Support performance management processes, including review scheduling, documentation tracking, and employee follow-up.
• Compile and maintain workforce data, reports, and dashboards related to headcount, turnover, absenteeism, safety, and other key metrics.
• Reinforce company values and expected behaviors through daily interaction and consistent messaging.
• Assist with change initiatives by coordinating communication, scheduling, and employee outreach.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of progressive HR Administrative experience, preferably in manufacturing, multi-site, or retail environments.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems, Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and other reporting tools.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with remote HR leadership.