Human Resources Clerk-Temporary

SCHWING America Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

SCHWING America Inc. is seeking a Human Resources Clerk to provide administrative support in a manufacturing environment.

The role maintains employee records, handles HR transactions, supports HRIS, payroll documentation, and benefits inquiries while ensuring confidentiality and compliance. This temporary assignment is expected to end around January or February 2027, with possible extension depending on business needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with 1–3 years HR/admin support experience.
• Experience handling confidential employee information and records.
• Proficiency with HR systems and standard office software (ADP, SAP, MS Office).

Responsibilities

• Maintain employee personnel files and electronic records.
• Enter, update, and audit employee data in the HRIS system.
• Support HRIS administration, reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Process hires, terminations, transfers, and compensation changes.
• Assist with payroll documentation and benefits inquiries.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ADP

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Salary Range: $23.00 To $25.00 Hourly

The HR Clerk provides administrative support for Human Resources operations in a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for maintaining employee records, processing HR transactions, supporting HRIS administration, assisting with payroll and benefits documentation, and ensuring accurate and confidential handling of employee information. The HR Clerk serves as a key point of contact for employees while supporting compliance and day-to-day HR functions.

This is a temporary position with an anticipated end date of January or February 2027, depending on business needs. The assignment may be extended or end earlier based on operational requirements.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain employee personnel files and electronic records.
• Enter, update, and audit employee data within the HRIS system.
• Support HRIS administration, including data maintenance, reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Process employee status changes including hires, terminations, transfers, and compensation updates.
• Assist with payroll-related documentation and employee record accuracy.
• Prepare employment verifications, personnel forms, and HR correspondence.
• Maintain I-9, E-Verify, and other compliance-related documentation.
• Assist with benefits enrollment paperwork and employee benefit inquiries.
• Generate routine HR reports and metrics as requested.
• Support employee onboarding paperwork and orientation administration.
• Ensure confidentiality of all employee and company information.
• Assist with policy acknowledgments, training records, and document retention.
• Provide excellent customer service to employees, supervisors, and external partners.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

Physical Demands:

• Perform stationary work 80% of the time using a computer and applicable office equipment
• Move about inside the office and production areas of the building 20% of the time to access files, office equipment and communicate with colleagues
• Occasional lifting of files or office materials up to 20 pounds.

Education/Skills/Experience:

• High school diploma
• 1-3 years of administrative or HR support experience
• Proficiency in ADP, Microsoft Office and SAP
• Experience maintaining confidential employee information
• Possess a high degree of interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with all levels of the organization.
• Primarily office-based within a manufacturing environment.
• Frequent interaction with employees, supervisors, and management.Exposure to manufacturing areas may require compliance with safety policies and personal protective equipment requirements