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Human Resources Assistant
Conover, NC, US
JOB TITLE: Human Resources Assistant
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources- On-site
REPORTS:Human Resources Manager
FLSA:Non-Exempt-15-30 hours- flexible days and hours
The information below is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions.
Position Summary:
The Human Resources Assistant provides administrative support to the Human Resources department and serves as a resource for employees and job applicants. This position supports recruiting, pre-employment activities, onboarding, benefits administration, HR systems, and general employee inquiries. The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, detail-oriented, and able to handle confidential information with discretion.
LEE Industries does not offer relocation assistance and is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Position Type & Schedule:
- Employment Status: Full-Time, Temporary
- Duration: Through the end of 2026 (with the potential for extension based on business needs).
- Weekly Schedule:
- Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Noon)
- May consider part-time
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Review employment applications and resumes to identify candidates who meet basic position qualifications.
- Coordinate and process pre-employment paperwork and requirements, including employment forms, background checks, drug screenings, and other required documentation.
- Monitor the pre-hire process to ensure required steps and documentation are completed before an employee's start date.
- Prepare new-hire paperwork and assist with the onboarding process.
- Utilize ADP to assist with new-hire entry, employee information updates, reporting, and other HR-related transactions.
- Maintain confidentiality of employee, applicant, payroll, and benefit information.
- Serve as a first point of contact for routine employee questions regarding company policies, procedures, employment practices, payroll processes, and HR programs.
- Answer general employee benefit questions regarding eligibility, enrollment, benefit options, payroll deductions, and available resources.
- Assist employees with navigating ADP and accessing HR and benefit information.
- Support benefit enrollment and annual open enrollment activities.
- Provide administrative support for HR projects, employee programs, meetings, and other departmental initiatives.
- Maintains overall integrity of information systems, documentation, and historical information for employee personnel files, employee information forms, job performance evaluations, changes in pay status forms, tax forms, EEOC application record forms, I-9 forms, and inactive personnel files.
- Elevates complaints, resolves problems, seeks Managements input and collaboration.
- Ensures proper PPE’s and Safety procedures are followed.
- Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s policies and applicable laws.
- Performs any other functions and duties assigned and necessary for the smooth and efficient operations of LEE Industries and Artisant Lane Collective.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of current Human Resources, Payroll and Safety regulations, state & federal laws, principles, practices.
- Knowledge of manufacturing process and environment
- Skilled in verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal communication.
- Ability to be forward thinking, customer-oriented, and solution-minded mindset.
- Ability to be accountable to conduct business in a manner compliant with policies and procedures and internal controls applicable to their role.
- Ability to be charisma and create credibility necessary to build relationships and motivate and influence others.
- Ability to be an implementor, understand urgency and can balance priorities.
- Ability to maintain a pleasant and tactful manner, has an openness with all employees and can have difficult conversations.
Experience & Education Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- 1-3 years administrative/office or Human Resources experience.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is strongly preferred, particularly the ability to communicate verbally with Spanish-speaking employees regarding onboarding, routine HR questions, and company communications.
- Experience with ADP or a similar HRIS/payroll system strongly preferred.
- Basic understanding of employee benefits and general HR practices.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Experience in managing various levels of employees with different educational backgrounds, work style habits, and employment histories.
Technology/ Communication Skills:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and/or similar software.
- Knowledge of various HR reporting and benefit systems and software.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Duties are performed primarily in an office environment at a desk in front of a computer within an office setting, must be able to remain in a stationary position 90% of the time, moderate noise levels, and minimal adverse conditions. Must be able to operate general office equipment. Regularly required to walk, stand, bend, twist, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouch. Raise and lower an object from one level to another, less than 15 lbs. Good (corrected) eyesight and hand/eye coordination. May also require visits to Plant production facilities/areas- where an employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, dusts and weather conditions and standard hazards within a manufacturing plant. Safety precautions and personal protective equipment must be maintained at all times.
Our facilities and offices maintain good housekeeping practices to eliminate hazards to employees to the extent practicable and encourages employees to maintain good hygiene practices.