Human Resources Assistant

Franklin-International; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin International, based in Columbus, Ohio, is hiring an HR Assistant to support day-to-day HR operations and front desk responsibilities. The role involves assisting employees with walk-up issues, processing payroll-related tasks, maintaining employee records in Dayforce, and coordinating with HR colleagues to ensure smooth operations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 2 years of HR experience or 5–8 years in office administration, with strong Microsoft Office skills

Qualifications

• 2 years of HR experience or 5–8 years of office administration experience
• Comfortable with face-to-face interactions and professional communication
• Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements

Responsibilities

• Assist employees with walk-up problems at front desk
• Support HR programs and administrative tasks
• Process timekeeping and labor invoices weekly
• Create and file new employee records; update Dayforce databases
• Administer vacation data and exit interview processes
• Manage apparel inventory and related procurement

Skills

HR experience

Front desk interaction

Customer service

Office communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

HR coursework/degree pursuing

Tools

Dayforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Franklin International, a leading manufacturer of adhesives, coatings, and sealants is currently seeking a Human Resources Assistant.This position is r esponsible for support and administration of HR programs as needed with particular emphasis on front desk responsibilities such as assisting employees with walk up problems. Other duties may include filing, database management and providing backup support to Switchboard Receptionist.

Fundamental Job Tasks

• Responsible for referring individuals or departments to the appropriate Human Resources Representative to resolve the issue that brought them to HR. Coordinates activities with people within and outside the HR department. Verbally informs employees of policies, procedures and answers questions in person and on the phone.
• Submits temp employee hours and processes labor invoices on a weekly basis. Generates related reporting on a monthly basis.
• Creates new employee files. Files forms and paperwork in the appropriate location. Updates employee information in Dayforce and other databases. Follows up on missing documents. Creates and updates turnover reports and other reports as needed.
• Manages vacation allotment data and tracking in Dayforce.
• Monitors and administers exit interview process.
• Administers annual employee survey.
• Manages Franklin apparel inventory, places orders for apparel, tracks inventory and keeps up with demand.
• Maintains relations with employees and applicants, dealing with individuals on work related issues. Works closely with others on HR team.
• Analyzes and interprets company policies, rules, laws, the union agreement, etc., in ways which are consistent with the regulations, and are also supportive of Franklin’s mission, values, and goals. Appraises situations of highly confidential nature and takes appropriate action.

Knowledge and Skills

High school diploma/GED and 2 years of HR experience or 5-8 years of office administration experience required or actively pursuing a degree in Human Resources. Computer literacy and Microsoft Office experience required. Comfortable with face-to-face interactions and communicates professionally. Knowledge and experience with an HCM, especially Dayforce, is a plus. Exposure to recruiting is preferred.

About Us

Based in Columbus, Ohio,Franklin Internationalis among the largest privately held manufacturers of adhesives and sealants in the United States. We opened in 1935 as the Franklin Glue Company and today areknown as Franklin International to reflect our global distribution across 60 countries on six continents around the globe. OurConstruction Building Productsdivision provides theTitebondbrand of glues, adhesives and sealants for use in woodworking and all facets of residential and commercial construction. Franklin International employs over 400 people in its laboratory, R&D center, sales/marketing offices and manufacturing facility, all located at its corporate headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. We are an American family-owned, U.S.-based company and our products sold in the U.S. are made in America.

Franklin International is proud of our family-friendly atmosphere. We are small enough that people know your name, but big enough to have the resources available to do amazing things within our industry. Our average employee tenure is over twelve years; learn more atwww.FranklinInternational.com .

Our Vision: To be the most trusted adhesion company in the world.