Human Resources Coordinator - Administrative Assistant - Wakefield Thermal Solutions

Our fast paced, dynamic and team-oriented manufacturing facility is seeking an experienced and well-rounded Human Resources Coordinator. As a trusted resource the Human Resources Coordinator will support our day-to-day business operations with a specialized focus on recruitment, payroll, employee relations and other Human Resources administrative tasks. The role will also involve daily administrative tasks in support of other job functions, (manufacturing/sales/procurement/safety) This role is great for the job seeker that seeks exposure to different functions of an organization and that likes to learn! If you are a personable, energetic and experienced HR professional with an outgoing demeanor and desire to work with a cohesive and successful team, please consider joining our team!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for full cycle recruitment efforts for both exempt and non-exempt level roles within the plant to include job posting (internal & external), scheduling/conducting interviews, preparing & extending offer letters, initiating pre-employment screenings. Partnering with local staffing agencies. 
• Oversee and conduct new hire orientation and on boarding including processing of all new hire paperwork and preparing and coordinating new hire training schedule.
• Oversight of benefit and leave management programs.
• In compliance with all local, state and federal regulations; prepare and/or maintain employment records related to events such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions.
• Point person for employee relation issues, with support of HR leadership - conducting thorough and unbiased investigations with proper documentation and guiding resolutions.
• Strives towards maintaining a positive employee relations environment and culture that is considered positive, engaging and diverse and inclusive. 
• Cascade and monitor corporate driven programs (open-enrollment, compliance training requirements) to all layers within the organization.
• Partner with EH&S Manager in maintaining records and ensuring compliance with EH&S policy and procedures.
• Point person for corporate payroll group and responsible for admin level payroll tasks.
• In support of plant leadership team, provide general administrative support - order entry/customer service back up/greeting visitors, basic purchasing tasks as needed.  

Requirements: 

• 2+years of experience in a Human Resources Department in a similar role; manufacturing industry experience would be ideal.
• A career path that shows increasing responsibilities, commitment and dedication. 
• Top notch written and verbal skills, detail oriented; accuracy is essential - especially in the customer service arena (order entry support).
• Common sense approach to problem solving, and a positive - high energy demeanor. 
• Excellent technical skills, MS Office, working knowledge and exposure to HRIS programs – UKG PRO highly desirable. 
• Ability to interact with multiple layers of the organization at both the local and corporate level and ability to handle a high degree of confidentiality and sensitive information.
• A compassionate and level-headed person with the ability to focus on the task at hand while supporting the big picture goals of the organization.