Position Summary
Observes all safety rules and regulations and conducts self in a safe manner at all times. Responsible for supporting key Human Resources functions across multiple company locations, with a primary focus on full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, employee and supervisor training, compliance administration, and annual HR reporting requirements.
This role partners closely with managers and leadership to support workforce planning, employee development, policy compliance, and organizational initiatives while ensuring confidentiality and professionalism at all times. The HR Specialist will travel regularly between company locations to support onsite HR activities, trainings, employee relations, and operational needs.
Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
- Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts for all locations, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing coordination, candidate communication, and offer preparation.
- Partner with hiring managers to develop recruiting strategies and selection criteria for open positions.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews, initiate background checks, and prepare pre-employment paperwork.
- Maintain recruitment metrics and provide regular updates to leadership regarding hiring progress and staffing needs.
- Support workforce planning initiatives and assist with succession planning efforts.
- Maintain and update job descriptions and hiring documentation.
Onboarding & Employee Experience
- Coordinate and facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation programs.
- Ensure all onboarding documentation is completed accurately and timely.
- Serve as a primary HR contact for new employees during the onboarding and training process.
- Assist with employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and company communication efforts.
- Maintain accurate and compliant employee records and documentation
- Input and update data in various databases and spreadsheets
Training & Development
- Coordinate and administer companywide employee training programs, including compliance and required annual trainings.
- Develop and facilitate supervisor and leadership training programs related to communication, performance management, employee relations, policy compliance, and workplace expectations.
- Track training completion and maintain accurate training records for compliance purposes.
- Assist managers with employee development plans and performance management processes.
HR Reporting & Administrative Functions
- Maintain HR metrics, reports, and tracking systems related to recruiting, turnover, training, and compliance.
- Assist with payroll and benefits administration activities as needed.
- Support benefit enrollment processes and employee benefit communications.
- Maintain accurate HRIS and employee records.
- Assist with special projects and other HR-related duties as assigned.
Work Relationships
Works closely with managers, supervisors, and employees across all company locations. Regular interaction with executive leadership, vendors, outside agencies, auditors, and benefit providers. Maintains professional and confidential relationships with all employees and external contacts.
Required Skills & Abilities
- Strong knowledge of Human Resources principles and HR best practices.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
- Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and employee relations skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage changing priorities effectively.
- Experience facilitating employee and leadership training programs.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and HRIS/payroll systems.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple locations.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 25% between company facilities.
Education & Experience
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of Human Resources experience preferred, ideally in a manufacturing or multi-location environment.
- Experience with full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, training coordination, compliance administration, and employee relations required.
- Experience with payroll, benefits administration, and HR reporting preferred.
Working Conditions
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.
- Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the company’s facilities.
- Required to wear and appropriately use all required personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, steel toe shoes, hearing protection, hard hats, and other required equipment while onsite in operational areas.
- Regular travel between company locations required.
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to change over time and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid jury duty
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Recruitment: 2 years (Preferred)
- Benefits administration: 1 year (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
