HR Assistant
Location: Sherwood, OR
Salary: $54,000–$58,000 DOE
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday
Who We Are:
We are partnering with a local manufacturing company that has been engineering, fabricating, and building equipment for the farming and logging industries for more than 50 years.
This company is proud to buy and manufacture its products in the United States and handles the entire manufacturing process in-house, including CNC machining, welding, fabrication, and assembly.
They are looking for an HR Assistant who is organized, approachable, detail-oriented, and ready to be an important resource for both employees and the HR team.
What You'll Do:
- Create, maintain, and organize employee HR files and documentation.
- Track employee absences, incidents, and other HR-related information.
- Assist with FMLA and employee leave administration.
- Support benefit administration and monthly benefit reconciliation.
- Provide documentation to vendors for STD, LTD, life, and disability claims.
- Assist with workers' compensation claims, documentation, and audits.
- Provide employee information for Affirmative Action and EEO-1 compliance reporting.
- Serve as a point of contact for employees with questions regarding benefits, policies, leave, and general HR matters.
- Assist Recruiting with scheduling applicants, coordinating interviews, job offers, and pre-employment exams.
- Coordinate employee training schedules and classes.
- Assist with HR audits, reporting, filing, and data entry.
- Participate in weekly HR department meetings and provide updates on current activities.
- Work closely with Payroll and other departments to ensure employee information is accurate and up to date.
- Jump in and support the HR department wherever needed.
What's In It for You:
- $54,000–$58,000 salary DOE
- Long-term opportunity with an established local manufacturer.
- 8-hour workdays and a flexible work schedule.
- Paid vacation and sick time.
- Paid holidays.
- Medical and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Tuition reimbursement based on grades.
- Cross-training opportunities.
- Opportunity for continued growth and advancement.
- Gym membership.
- Mobile phone discount.
What You Need to Have:
- Previous experience working within an HR department; 5+ years is preferred.
- Manufacturing and/or construction industry experience is a plus.
- Familiarity with employee benefits, FMLA, workers' compensation, and HR documentation.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
- Ability to communicate comfortably with employees and upper management.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive employee information.
- Comfortable working in a busy environment where priorities can change quickly.
The Musts:
- Team player who is willing to jump in and help wherever needed.
- Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented.
- Strong employee/customer-service mentality.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Willingness to occasionally work additional time when business needs require it.
- Ability to adapt and work beyond a rigid job description—this is a team where everyone pitches in!
Next Steps:
If you have HR experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity with an established manufacturing company where you can continue to learn and grow, we want to hear from you!
Please respond with an updated resume and/or call Lauren at
971-246-8423 to secure an interview!
