HR Coordinator

Maker’s Pride, LLC; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Maker’s Pride, LLC, a bakery manufacturing facility in Indiana, is seeking a hands-on HR Coordinator to support day-to-day HR operations, including onboarding, payroll, benefits, HRIS maintenance, and records management.

This entry-level role works under established procedures with moderate supervision, focusing on accurate personnel records, employee relations, and a positive, productive workplace.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of Human Resources or related experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first contact for HR policy, benefits, payroll, attendance questions.
• Assist with employee concerns and escalate complex issues to HR leadership.
• Support engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and events.
• Foster positive relations by promoting open communication.
• Assist with investigations, documentation, and follow-up related to employee relations matters.
• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires.
• Conduct new hire orientation and ensure documentation completion.
• Assist with new hire retention and engagement efforts.
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation.
• Assist payroll processing and benefits enrollment.
• Maintain HRIS data and ensure confidentiality.
• Support compliance with applicable employment regulations.
• Provide admin support to the HR team and projects.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Multitasking in manufacturing

Education

Associate's degree in HR or related field

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS systems

Payroll systems

Job description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a hands-on HR Coordinator to support the day-to-day Human Resources operations at our bakery manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for providing administrative and employee support across a variety of HR functions, including onboarding, employee relations, payroll, benefits administration, HRIS maintenance, and recordkeeping.

The HR Coordinator serves as a key resource for employees by responding to HR-related questions, maintaining accurate personnel records, and helping create a positive, engaging, and productive workplace. This is an entry-level HR position that works within established procedures under moderate supervision and requires the application of knowledge gained through education, training, or prior work experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Support & Employee Relations

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions regarding HR policies, benefits, payroll, attendance, and company programs.
• Assist in resolving routine employee concerns and escape complex issues to HR leadership as needed.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and company events.
• Foster positive employee relations by promoting open communication and a respectful workplace culture.
• Assist with investigations, documentation, and follow-up related to employee relations matters.

Onboarding & Talent Support

• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires.
• Conduct new hire orientation and ensure completion of required employment documentation.
• Assist with new hire retention and engagement efforts.

HR Administration & Compliance

• Compile, maintain, and update employee records, personnel files, and HR documentation.
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of employee information and records.
• Prepare employment-related forms, correspondence, and reports.
• Support compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local employment regulations.
• Assist with audits and record retention requirements.
• Payroll, Benefits & HRIS
• Support payroll processing by reviewing employee data, timekeeping records, and payroll documentation for accuracy.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay and benefits.
• Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and employee communication.
• Maintain employee data within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).

General HR Support

• Support HR projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts within the HR department.
• Provide administrative support to the HR team.

Qualifications Required

• Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of Human Resources or related experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Bilingual Spanish is a plus.
• Experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Familiarity with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR practices.
• HR certification or interest in pursuing an HR career path.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and occasionally walk production floors.
• Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout the facility as needed.
• May require occasional flexibility to support employees across multiple shifts, including evenings or weekends.