HR Assistant

ManpowerGroup; Athol (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking an HR Assistant in Athol, MA. You will provide daily HR support, handle onboarding tasks, and manage employee records while ensuring compliance and data integrity.

The role emphasizes strong organization, clear communication, and a service-first mindset to positively impact the employee experience and HR service delivery. This is a Monday–Friday on-site position with the specified schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of administrative experience; HR experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR team, ensuring timely and accurate completion of HR activities.
• Serve as an initial point of contact for employees regarding general HR questions, policies, procedures, and resources.
• Assist with new hire onboarding by preparing paperwork, coordinating orientation, and completing required documentation.
• Maintain accurate employee personnel files and HR records, including electronic documentation, in accordance with company policies and regulations.
• Enter and update employee information in the HRIS, including new hires, terminations, and employee changes.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Multitasking / prioritization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Our client in the manufacturing and industrial space is seeking a HR Assistant to join their team. As a HR Assistant, you will be part of the Human Resources department supporting day-to-day HR operations and employee experience. The ideal candidate will have strong organization, clear communication, and a service-first mindset that will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: HR Assistant

Location: Athol, MA

Pay Range: $24.00 - $26.00 hourly

Shift: Mon-Fri / 7:30am-4:00pm

What's the Job?

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Human Resources team, ensuring timely and accurate completion of HR activities.
• Serve as an initial point of contact for employees regarding general HR questions, policies, procedures, and available resources.
• Assist with new hire onboarding by preparing paperwork, coordinating orientation, and completing required documentation.
• Maintain accurate employee personnel files and HR records, including electronic documentation, in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Enter and update employee information in the HRIS, including new hires, terminations, and employee changes.

What's Needed?

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or additional education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of administrative, office support, or customer service experience; prior HR experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.

What's in it for me?

• Work in a role that directly supports onboarding, employee records, and HR service delivery.
• Build experience across HR systems, employee communications, and HR compliance documentation.
• Contribute to a positive employee experience by responding professionally and promptly to employee requests.
• Support recruiting coordination, benefits administration, and HR projects/process improvements.
• Join a team where confidentiality and professionalism are essential to success.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.