Human Resources Coordinator

MLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation & holidays

Health savings & wellness

Disability & EAP

Incentive program

Career development

Student loan reimbursement

Job summary

MLC, headquartered in St. Louis, MO, seeks a Human Resources Coordinator to assist with recruiting, onboarding, and HR operations for hourly employees across multiple locations including Sunset Hills and Ste. Genevieve.

The role supports HR processes, maintains confidential files, administers benefits and orientation programs, and partners with union-management to ensure compliance. You will handle scheduling, referrals, and retention programs while contributing to safety, wellbeing, and

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; bachelor's degree in HR or related field preferred.
• At least two years of related HR experience required.
• SHRM-CP or similar credentials preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management with ability to meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices in hiring and recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Responds to internal emails and calls related to benefits and hiring; refer complex questions to senior HR staff.
• Enters hourly discipline in HRIS and communicates with the union.
• Assists with recruitment; schedules interviews and reimburses candidate travel.
• Reviews background reports for compliance; completes E-verify for new hires.
• Assists with scheduling orientations, supervisor training, and benefits orientation.
• Tracks referrals and retention bonus payouts.
• Maintains HR files with confidentiality and conducts regular audits.
• Maintains recruiting/onboarding process documents and coordinates training/meetings.
• Reviews competencies for new roles and inputs data into ADP.
• Administers employee separation processes and related records.
• Plans employee events such as service awards and retirement activities.
• Enters bid information into HRIS for hourly workforce.
• Manages attendance program, generates reports, and handles disciplinary actions.
• Schedules New Hire Retention Program steps; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

HR laws & recruiting practices

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

ADP

Sterling/First Advantage

HRIS system

E-Verify

Job description

Job Title: Human Resources Coordinator - St. Louis / Ste. Genevieve, MO

Why consider a career at MLC?

MLC was recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in 2024.

• Highly collaborative work environment focused on growth and innovation
• Safety and sustainability are top priorities
• Excellent compensation, benefits, generous perks; focused on employee wellbeing
• Great development and advancement opportunities
• Bring your real self to work, come grow with us!

MLC operates the largest lime facility in the Americas and mines some of the purest limestone reserves in the world… and we are global! The company is committed to development and employee satisfaction. Join our outstanding team!

Benefits & Professional Growth

MLC offers a competitive and thoughtfully designed rewards package that supports both financial security and long-term career development:

• 401(k) Plan The company matches a portion of employee 401(k) contributions and also provides an additional employer-funded contribution, regardless of employee participation, to help support long‑term retirement savings.
• Tuition Reimbursement Reimbursement for 100% of approved eligible education expenses after six months of employment to support continued learning and career advancement.
• Vacation and Holiday Pay Employees receive paid vacation as well as recognized company-paid holidays to support work-life balance throughout the year.
• Health Savings & Wellness Benefits Employer HSA contributions for medical plan participants, a comprehensive wellness program, and $100 annually toward a gym membership.
• Disability & Employee Assistance Coverage Company‑provided disability insurance and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health, financial, and personal support resources.
• Incentive Program Eligibility for performance-based incentive opportunities aligned with individual and organizational success.
• Career Growth & Development Opportunities Access to professional development resources and opportunities within a growing, global organization.
• Coming soon…Student Loan Reimbursement assistance

About The Job

The Human Resource Coordinator assists with processes that support various functions within the human resources department. This role will provide recruiting services and administrative support in effort to create efficiencies and provide internal customer satisfaction.

• Responds to internal customers’ emails and phone calls related to general inquiries, benefits, hiring process, etc. Refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR team members.
• Enters hourly discipline in HRIS. Sends discipline information to the union.
• Assists with the recruitment process. Administers hourly maintenance assessments and schedules interviews. Provides support with scheduling and reimbursement of candidate travel.
• Reviews candidate background reports through Sterling/First Advantage for compliance. Completes E-verify within I9 management for new hires
• Assists with scheduling new hire orientations, new supervisor training, benefits orientation, etc.
• Requests and tracks referral and retention bonus payouts.
• Prepares and maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files, records, and documentation. Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
• Assists with maintaining and updating process documents related to recruiting and onboarding. Schedules and monitors New Hire Retention Program steps. Coordinates department‑specific training, meetings, etc.
• Reviews and selects competencies for new roles with hiring leaders and ensures entry into ADP.
• Handles administration of employee separation (email, personnel file, termination checklist).
• Plans and oversees various employee events such as service awards (including new hire service awards), retirement functions, holiday celebrations, etc.
• Enters bid information into HRIS system for hourly workforce.
• Administers the attendance program for assigned location, prepares and distributes reports, recommends disciplinary actions for policy violations. Determines Emergency Days and Perfect Attendance awards for the union workforce.
• Schedules and monitors New Hire Retention Program steps.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree required; bachelor's degree in human resources or related field preferred.
• Experience: At least two years of related experience required.
• SHRM-CP credential or similar credentials preferred.
• Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to hiring and recruitment.
• Behaviors: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy. Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative. Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Must be willing to travel between our corporate office located in Sunset Hills, MO and our location in Ste. Genevieve, MO 1-2 days a week.

The Fine Print

Benefits and perquisites may vary based on the nature and location of each job.

About MLC

MLC, headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., is a leading global supplier of high-calcium lime products and technical solutions. These offerings bring essential performance and value to a broad range of market applications, including metals, construction, chemical synthesis, water and emissions treatment, glass, textiles, plastics, rubber, agriculture, foods and beverages. With over a century in business, MLC has built a reputation on the quality of its products and services, as well as an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service. The company’s expanding global footprint includes a diversified, reliable network of production and distribution facilities in the U.S., as well as in the UK through our Singleton Birch business. For more information, visit https://www.mlc.com/.