HR Assistant

Brt Extrusions Inc; Niles (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Brt Extrusions Inc in Ohio seeks an HR Administrative Assistant / Receptionist to handle front-desk duties, clerical tasks, and HR support. You will welcome employees, candidates, and visitors, manage calls, schedules, and files with discretion.

The role supports onboarding, employee records, attendance tracking, background checks, E-Verify, and collaboration with HR and recruiters to ensure a smooth candidate experience.

Qualifications

• Two years in an office environment performing administrative tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication, excellent phone etiquette.
• Experience with multi-line phones, Outlook, and basic HR tasks.

Responsibilities

• Greet employees, customers, candidates, and visitors professionally.
• Answer, screen, and route calls using a multi-line system and direct inquiries.
• Coordinate onboarding, background checks, and E-Verify processing.
• Maintain employee records in HRIS and support attendance tracking.
• Assist recruiters with resumes in ATS and schedule interviews.

Skills

Phone etiquette

Customer service

Microsoft Outlook

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Tools

HRIS

ATS

E-Verify

MS Office

Job description

Position SummaryThe HR Administrative Assistant / Receptionist provides front-desk, clerical, and human resources administrative support to ensure efficient daily office operations and a positive experience for employees, candidates, and visitors. This role serves as a primary point of contact for incoming calls and visitors while supporting recruiting, onboarding, employee recordkeeping, attendance tracking, and general office administration.The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, professional, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in employee records and HR documentation.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesReception and General Office AdministrationGreet and assist employees, customers, candidates, and visitors in a professional and courteous manner.Answer, screen, and route incoming calls using a multi-line phone system and respond to inquiries or direct requests to the appropriate department or personnel.Manage inbound and outbound calls while maintaining excellent phone etiquette and customer service.Receive, organize, and distribute clothing orders, packages, deliveries, and incoming mail to the appropriate recipients.Maintain office and breakroom supplies by monitoring inventory and placing orders as needed.Update and maintain the Outlook calendar to ensure interviews, meetings, schedules, and related information are accurate and current.Provide general administrative support and complete additional projects and duties as assigned by management.Human Resources Administration and Employee RecordsMaintain, organize, and file employee-related documentation, ensuring HR records are accurate, complete, and properly maintained in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).Complete the administrative portion of the employee onboarding process, ensuring required new-hire documentation is accurate and completed in the HRIS.Assist the HR team and recruiters with new-hire background checks and employment eligibility verification through E-Verify.Maintain confidentiality when handling employee information, personnel files, and other sensitive HR documentation.Support HR administrative processes and assist with additional human resources projects as needed.Recruiting and Interview CoordinationAssist recruiters with managing candidate resumes and applicant information through the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).Schedule interviews and coordinate interview details with candidates, recruiters, and HR personnel.Confirm interview dates, times, and other relevant information to support an efficient and positive candidate experience.Maintain accurate candidate information and assist with recruiting-related administrative tasks as needed.Attendance Tracking and ReportingReview and track employee attendance logs for accuracy and completeness.Document attendance-related write-ups and maintain supporting records in accordance with company procedures.Prepare and update weekly attendance reports and submit them to Human Resources on a weekly basis.Handle attendance-related documentation consistently and in accordance with applicable company policies.Compliance, Training, and Additional ResponsibilitiesFollow all company policies and procedures, including attendance, workplace safety, and confidentiality requirements.Participate in all required job-related training, including safety, technical, and role-specific training.Demonstrate flexibility in supporting additional administrative tasks, projects, and operational needs as assigned by management.Required QualificationsMinimum of two (2) years of experience in an office environment performing administrative and computer-based tasks.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Excellent telephone etiquette and customer service skills.Experience handling incoming and outgoing calls using a multi-line phone system.Proficiency with computers and standard office software, including Microsoft Outlook.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Ability to prioritize tasks, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Ability to remain professional, calm, and courteous when communicating with employees, customers, candidates, and visitors.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to respond to requests with a sense of urgency.Ability to multitask effectively while answering phones, assisting visitors, and completing administrative responsibilities.Willingness to participate in all required training and take on additional projects as needed.Must be at least 18 years of age.Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience in a Human Resources Assistant, HR Administrator, or HR administrative support role.Familiarity with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruiting coordination.Familiarity with employee onboarding, personnel records, attendance tracking, background checks, and E-Verify processes.Work ScheduleGenerally scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., subject to business needs.Limited overtime may be required during peak season.Key CompetenciesProfessional communication and interpersonal skillsCustomer service and reception managementOrganization and attention to detailTime management and prioritizationConfidentiality and discretionMultitasking and problem-solvingData entry and recordkeeping accuracyAdaptability and teamworkSense of urgency and accountability