HR Specialist

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an experienced HR Specialist in West Chester, Ohio. The role supports recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, and compliance in a regulated manufacturing setting, working closely with employees and leadership to maintain accurate HR records and day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of HR experience (HR Assistant or HR Generalist), a high school diploma (bachelor's preferred), knowledge of

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of HR Assistant or HR Generalist experience in regulated manufacturing.
• Knowledge of employment laws (FMLA, FLSA, EEO); ITAR knowledge a plus.
• Experience with HRIS/ERP systems and payor/HR data handling.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle recruitment including sourcing, screening, interviewing, onboarding.
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements, orientations, and benefits materials.
• Maintain job postings in Paycor and accurate records in PLEX.
• Respond to employee questions and assist with counseling and attendance documentation.
• Prepare routine HR reports on absences, vacations, and activity.
• Assist with unemployment claims, compliance, and special HR projects.
• Coordinate company events and provide general HR support.

Skills

HR experience

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

ERP/HRIS systems

PLEX

Job description

HR Specialist

Location: West Chester, OH

Shift: 1st

Pay: $70k annually

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced HR professional to support recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, and compliance within a regulated manufacturing environment. This role will work closely with employees and management while maintaining accurate HR records and supporting day-to-day HR operations.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of HR Assistant or HR Generalist experience, preferably in aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of employment laws, including FMLA, FLSA, and EEO; ITAR experience is a plus.
• Experience with ERP/HRIS systems; PLEX experience preferred.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively in both office and manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities:

• Support full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, scheduling, and onboarding candidates for technical roles.
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements, new hire orientations, employment paperwork, and benefits materials.
• Create and manage job postings in Paycor and maintain accurate employee information in PLEX and personnel files.
• Respond to employee questions regarding company policies and procedures and assist with employee counseling and attendance documentation.
• Prepare and distribute routine HR reports, including absences, vacation, and employment activity reports.
• Process unemployment claims and assist with HR compliance, administrative duties, and special projects.
• Coordinate company-sponsored employee events and activities while providing general HR support as needed.

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