Assistant Manager, Human Resources

Hyundai Mobis; Ellabell (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyundai Mobis is seeking an Assistant Manager, Human Resources to support Benefits, Payroll, Recruitment, HRIS, and compliance while ensuring policy adherence. This role leads HR initiatives and acts as a backup to the HR Manager, fostering a positive work environment.

Responsibilities include administering programs, maintaining data integrity, preparing workforce analytics, and coordinating annual HR processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field required or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of Human Resources experience recommended.
• Experience with benefits, payroll, recruiting, onboarding, HRIS, or compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the HR Manager in administering and improving HR programs, systems, and processes.
• Serve as a primary resource for payroll, benefits administration, HRIS, onboarding, employee records, and compliance activities.
• Assist with planning, prioritization, and execution of HR objectives and initiatives.
• Support recruitment and onboarding to ensure timely staffing and positive candidate experiences.
• Assist benefits administration including enrollment, vendor coordination, and issue resolution.
• Assist payroll data accuracy and reporting; back-up payroll as needed.
• Prepare workforce analytics, turnover reports, headcount, and other HR metrics.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and standardization.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional HR projects and initiatives.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

SAP

Job description

Overview

The Assistant Manager, Human Resources is a member of the Human Resources Department and is responsible for supporting various Human Resources functions, including Benefits Administration, Payroll Processing, Recruitment and Onboarding, HRIS administration, compliance activities, and employee support. This position serves as a key resource for team members and management while ensuring HR programs, policies, and processes are administered effectively and in compliance with company policies and applicable laws.

The Assistant Manager works closely with managers and team members to ensure consistent application of company policies, foster a positive work environment, support organizational objectives, and drive HR initiatives. This position provides leadership within the HR department and serves as a backup to the Human Resources Manager.

Responsibilities

(To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

• Support the Human Resources Manager in the administration, coordination, and continuous improvement of Human Resources programs, systems, and processes.


• Serve as a primary resource for payroll, benefits administration, HRIS, onboarding, employee records management, and HR compliance activities.


• Assist with planning, prioritization, and execution of departmental objectives and strategic HR initiatives.


• Support recruitment and onboarding activities to ensure timely staffing and positive candidate and new hire experiences.


• Support benefits administration, including employee communications, enrollment activities, vendor coordination, and issue resolution.


• Support payroll and employee data for accuracy, identify discrepancies, and assist with auditing and reporting activities. May serve as primary for payroll function or back-up as required.


• Assist with HRIS and personnel records, ensuring data integrity and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.


• Assist with preparation and analyze workforce metrics, turnover reports, headcount reporting, staffing data, and other HR-related analytics to support business decisions.


• Identify opportunities for process improvements, increased efficiency, and standardization within Human Resources functions.


• Assist or lead implementation of new HR programs, policies, systems, and process enhancements.


• Coordinate and support annual HR processes, including performance management, merit increases, benefits enrollment, audits, and compliance reporting.


• Provide guidance and support to HR team members on departmental processes, procedures, and best practices.


• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.


• Serve as a backup to the Human Resources Manager and provide departmental support in the manager's absence.


• Support succession planning, cross-training efforts, and the development of departmental capabilities to ensure operational continuity.

AUTHORITY & SCOPE

Supervisory Responsibilities: May be assigned leadership, project oversight, departmental responsibilities, and oversight of designated Human Resources personnel, including assuming select responsibilities in the absence of the Human Resources Manager.

Qualifications

(The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required and preferred for this position.)

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Business Management, or related field or equivalent work experience may be considered.


• Five (5) or more years of Human Resources related experience.


• Experience supporting Human Resources functions such as benefits, payroll, recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, or HR administration.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of Human Resources principles, practices, and employment laws.


• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.


• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Experience administering employee benefits programs or payroll specifically.


• Experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), preferably SAP.


• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or similar HR certification.

Licenses and Registrations: None required.

Working Conditions:

• Office environment with regular interaction throughout the manufacturing facility.


• Frequent computer use.


• Walking within and between buildings.


• Occasional participation in recruiting events, employee meetings, training sessions, investigations, and company functions.


• Occasional extended hours to support business needs.