Bilingual Human Resources Specialist

Dayzim; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayzim is seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) Human Resources Specialist to manage HR data, support transactions, onboarding/offboarding, and employee relations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll partner with leaders to ensure compliant, people-first HR processes and create bilingual SOPs for local operations.

The role requires 2+ years HR experience, an AA degree (BA/BS preferred), and proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee data in HRIS and generate routine and ad hoc reports.
• Support core HR transactions including hiring, orientation, compensation changes, benefits enrollment, leaves, transfers, promotions, and terminations.
• Provide baseline employee relations support and assist in investigations while maintaining confidentiality.
• Deliver training and onboarding/offboarding processes to ensure a compliant, welcoming experience.
• Create and document SOPs, workflows, and job aids in English & Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate HR data in HRIS and produce routine/ad hoc reports.
• Support hiring, orientation, compensation changes, benefits enrollment, leaves, transfers, promotions, and terminations.
• Provide baseline employee relations support and help with investigations.
• Deliver training on HR processes and ensure smooth onboarding/offboarding.
• Lead projects and document HR SOPs in both languages.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

HR knowledge

Onboarding & offboarding

Data management

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or HR (preferred)

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Be the Heart of Our Team – Join Us as a Bilingual HR Specialist!

Every great workplace starts with great people and that's where you come in! We're looking for a bilingual (English/Spanish) Human Resources Specialist who loves helping others, keeping things organized, and making a real impact from day one. From welcoming new team members and supporting employees throughout their journey to improving HR processes and partnering with leaders, you'll play a key role in creating an engaging, compliant, and people-first workplace. If you're ready to bring your HR expertise, positive attitude, and passion for people to a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to have you on our team!

As a Human Resources Specialist here's the work you'll do:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee and organizational data in HRIS or related systems; generate routine and ad hoc reports (e.g. headcount, terminations, metrics). Manage and respond to routine correspondence, inquiries, and requests from employees and line managers (in both languages).
• Support core HR transactions including hiring, new hire orientation (NHO), compensation changes, benefits enrollment, leaves of absence, transfers, promotions, and terminations.
• Provide baseline employee relations support: assist in intake and resolution of low-risk complaints or issues, conduct preliminary investigations, maintain confidentiality, and elevate when necessary.
• Deliver training or technical support on relevant HR processes, systems, and compliance topics to managers and employees. Execute and continuously improve the onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring consistent, compliant, and welcoming experience.
• Contribute to corporate HR initiatives and projects; may lead or coordinate HR projects for the local business unit as assigned. Create, maintain, and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), process workflows, and job aids related to HR functions in Spanish & English.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Excellent organization, follow-through, and attention to detai.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to shifting demands.
• Experience with onboarding, offboarding, and HR compliance.
• Knowledge of employment laws, leave administration, and benefits fundamentals.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or plant environment.
• Fluent in English and Spanish, including spoken and written language.

And if you have these qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree (AA) or equivalent experience Required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Business Administration or Human Resources Management Preferred.
• 2+ years Relevant HR experience Required.
• 4+ years Professional experience Preferred.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and data management Required.
• Successful completion of background screening process.
• Great attitude and team player!

Candidates may be required to satisfy additional job-related requirements, including those established and controlled by third parties, as part of the selection process.

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $47,040 - $ 70,560 annually. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees' and it shows!

Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

Required Physical and Mental Tasks

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery)
• Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)
• Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)
• Reaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 15 pounds
• Walking
• Repetitive motion of any part of the body
• Kneeling, crouching or crawling
• Pushing or pulling (e.g. using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion)
• Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other work that uses fingers)
• Grasping (e.g. use of hand to apply pressure)
• Feeling (e.g. perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture, etc.)
• Climbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)
• Hearing
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
• Ability to write complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to express thoughts orally.
• Expertise in: EXCEL, WORD, CADD (Revit/Bentley)
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment.
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or worksite.
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g. extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)

Notices to Applicants

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

Legal Notices

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Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail] , and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.