Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets.
Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.
What you will be doing:
- Support daily HR operations for a manufacturing facility or multi-site operation.
- Help support recruiting for hourly and salaried positions, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, offer support, and onboarding.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and support talent acquisition strategies.
- Coordinate and facilitate new hire onboarding and orientation.
- Support employee engagement initiatives, retention efforts, recognition programs, and workforce communication activities.
- Assist with employee relations matters by providing guidance on policies, procedures, and workplace concerns.
- Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
- Prepare, update, and analyze HR metrics and reports, including headcount, turnover, absenteeism, time-to-fill, retention, and other key workforce trends.
- Develop and maintain Excel-based HR reports, trackers, and analytics dashboards to support leadership decision-making.
- Use data to identify trends and recommend improvements related to staffing, engagement, and retention.
- Support performance management, training coordination, and other employee development initiatives.
- Assist with policy implementation and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Partner with payroll, benefits, safety, and operations teams as needed to support overall employee experience.
- Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement efforts across the department.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field preferred.
- Must have 4+ years of HR experience required, with experience in manufacturing environment strongly preferred
Skills / Knowledge we're looking for:
- Proven experience in recruiting for hourly and/or salaried roles.
- Experience supporting employee engagement programs and initiatives.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather, interpret, and present HR data.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including spreadsheets, formulas, filtering, sorting, and reporting.
- Experience in creating and managing data reports, dashboards, and workforce analytics.
- Solid understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment law.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
- HR certification such as SHRM-CP or PHR is a plus.
- English / Bilingual a plus
Working Conditions:
Travel is minimal. Infrequent-only as needed for training
Work Environment: Office/manufacturing production environment
Dexter cares for our people. Here are some of our great, comprehensive Benefits:
- Dexter offers a competitive wage
- Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA
- 3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program
- 401(k) Plan with company contributions
- Paid Holidays and paid time off
- Opportunities for internal career development and growth
Apply now to join an industry leader and make a difference in what we do for the customers we serve!
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in said position
