Human Resources Administrator

The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company is seeking an entry-level Human Resources Administrator to support onboarding, employee records, compliance, and HR systems updates. This role involves day-to-day HR operations, engagement initiatives, and serving as a point of contact for employee inquiries.

Reporting to the Director of HR and collaborating with Talent Acquisition, Payroll, and Total Rewards, you will help with pre-boarding, onboarding, and offboarding while maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of HR experience, internship, or administrative support is preferred.
• Familiarity with onboarding, employee records, and compliance tasks; HRIS exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support employee engagement efforts and coordinate events.
• Coordinate onboarding logistics for interns and maintain files and profiles.
• Manage pre-boarding and onboarding tasks, ensuring timely completion and accuracy.
• Facilitate offboarding processes and IT access removal in applicable systems.

Skills

Onboarding

Employee Records

Compliance

HRIS Exposure

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle HRIS

Job description

We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain & logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

The Human Resources Administratoris responsible for performing a range of duties to support the Human Resources function. This includes day-to-day HR operations and supporting key HR initiatives and projects. The role will focus on employee engagement, onboarding, offboarding, file and policy management, and HR systems updates, while ensuring compliance and efficiency across processes.

The Human Resources Administrator operates within a dynamic and fast-paced business environment, supporting the Human Resources team in delivering consistent and efficient service to employees and leaders. This entry-level role provides foundational support across key HR functions such as onboarding, employee records, compliance, and engagement initiatives.

The position reports to the Director, HR and works closely with cross-functional teams, including Talent Acquisition, Payroll, and Total Rewards. The Human Resources Administratoris often the first point of contact for employee questions and plays a key role in maintaining accurate HR data and supporting day-to-day operations.

This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. It offers exposure to a wide range of HR areas and serves as a stepping stone for future career growth in the HR field.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT

• Support employee engagement efforts by coordinating and scheduling events that promote a positive workplace culture
• Partner with HR and department leaders to increase participation and visibility of employee programs

INTERN PROGRAM – POINT OF CONTACT

• Serve as the primary point of contact for ABH Interns. Coordinate onboarding logistics, communication, file management, and support intern-related inquiries to ensure a structured and welcoming internship experience

PRE-BOARDING/ONBOARDING

• Manage the onboarding process by sending pre-hire checklists to managers, communicating welcome messages to new hires, creating and maintaining employee files, and setting up profiles in Oracle
• Ensure all onboarding tasks are completed accurately and on time

OFFBOARDING

• Facilitate offboarding by initiating termination actions in applicable systems, submitting IT tickets for systems access removal, and sending timely communications to relevant stakeholders
• Ensure all exit activities are completed in compliance with internal processes

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

PREFERRED

• 0–2 years of experience in a Human Resources role, internship, or administrative support capacity
• Familiarity with basic HR functions such as onboarding, employee records, and compliance tasks
• Exposure to HRIS systems) is a plus

Please note: This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

ABOUT DP WORLD

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

DP World iscommitted to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.

By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.

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