Human Resources Assistant

Hentzen Coatings

Milwaukee (WI)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A manufacturing firm is seeking a Human Resources Assistant to support HR operations. Responsibilities include recruitment, employee record maintenance, and benefits administration. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in HR and 1–2 years of relevant experience. This full-time entry-level position requires strong organizational and interpersonal skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

1–2 years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
Knowledge of employment laws and HR practices.
Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism.

Responsibilities

Assist with recruitment efforts, including scheduling interviews.
Respond to employee questions regarding HR policies.
Maintain employee records in digital and paper formats.
Assist with benefits administration and employee inquiries.
Coordinate employee engagement activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

HR principles knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Time-management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources

Tools

HRIS systems (e.g., ADP)

Job description

Human Resources Assistant

The Human Resources Assistant will perform administrative tasks and provide services to support effective and efficient operations of the organization’s human resources department.

Description of Essential Duties

Assist with recruitment efforts, including posting job openings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and onboarding new hires.
Respond to employee questions regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in both digital and paper formats.
Assist with benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, and employee inquiries.
Create, maintain, and conduct employee surveys and exit interviews; analyze data to gauge employee satisfaction as well as trends or patterns; notify appropriate individuals and/or departments of applicable information.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
Coordinate employee engagement activities, including planning and organizing company events, celebrations, and recognition programs.
Coordinate training sessions, safety orientations, and compliance programs.
Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations.
Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

Education level preferred: Bachelor’s degree in human resources.
Experience level preferred: 1–2 years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
Knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems (e.g., ADP).
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, balancing ongoing duties and employee support tasks.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.

Physical/Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear, stand and/or walk, use hands to finger, handle or touch objects or controls, and move from place to place. The employee is regularly required to sit, balance, stoop, and occasionally reach above shoulders. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee will spend most of his/her time in an office environment. The employee may occasionally be required to go to the workstations of other employees, including the production plant in which personal protection equipment may be required.

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