Job description:
The HR Specialist supports a wide range of human resources functions with a strong emphasis on recruitment, onboarding, HR administration, employee engagement, and day‑to‑day HR support. This role plays a key part in creating a positive employee experience by coordinating hiring processes, maintaining accurate HR documentation, supporting culture and social events, and strengthening the company’s employer brand.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
- Manage the full‑cycle recruitment process for hourly, professional, and skilled‑trade roles, including job postings, resume screening, phone interviews, and interview scheduling.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
- Source candidates through job boards, networking, social media, and community partnerships.
- Coordinate background checks, drug screens, reference checks, and pre‑hire documentation.
- Maintain accurate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
- Support job fairs, school partnerships, and community recruiting events.
Onboarding & Orientation
- Prepare offer letters, onboarding packets, and internal communications.
- Facilitate new‑hire orientation and coordinate first‑day logistics including workstations, badges, and HR system setup.
- Ensure timely execution and retention of onboarding documentation.
HR Administration & Employee Support
- Serve as a point of contact for employee HR questions (policies, benefits, PTO, payroll, etc.).
- Maintain organized, compliant personnel files (electronic and physical).
- Support HRIS data entry and updates.
- Assist with payroll preparation and timesheet reviews.
- Support benefits enrollment and open‑enrollment coordination.
Culture, Engagement & Social Events
- Assist with planning, preparing, and coordinating company events, recognition programs, wellness efforts, and employee appreciation activities.
- Manage event logistics including scheduling, vendor coordination, supply purchasing, and announcements.
- Support initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement and organizational culture.
Employer Branding & LinkedIn Management
- Post job openings, employee highlights, and culture content on LinkedIn.
- Maintain a consistent and professional employer brand presence online.
- Share company milestones, community involvement, and event photos.
Compliance, Reporting & HR Support Tasks
- Assist with HR reporting including turnover, recruiting metrics, and headcount.
- Maintain compliance with employment laws (FMLA, ADA, EEO, FLSA) and required postings.
- Track required trainings and assist with scheduling.
- Support internal audits and improvement of HR procedures.
General HR & Office Administration
- Support HR team with scheduling, documentation, communications, and administrative tasks.
- Manage scanning, filing, and record organization.
- Monitor the HR inbox and route inquiries appropriately.
- Assist with internal HR program communications.
Qualifications – Required
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 2+ years of HR experience, preferably with recruiting responsibilities.
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with HRIS/ATS systems.
- High attention to detail, organization, and confidentiality.
Qualifications – Preferred
- Experience in manufacturing or industrial recruiting.
- Experience managing employer branding or social media.
- Knowledge of HR compliance requirements.
Working Conditions
- On‑site Monday–Friday.
- Frequent interaction with employees, candidates, and leaders.
- Must maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.