Human Resources Specialist

AP Executive Staffing; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AP Executive Staffing is partnering with a well-established Buffalo manufacturing organization to hire an experienced HR Specialist. This role serves as a trusted resource for employees and supports employee relations, compliance, leave administration, and day-to-day HR operations in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will bring discretion, professionalism, and strong communication skills, with 5+ years in HR, HRIS experience (ADP Workforce Now), and a proactive, detail-oriented

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience focusing on employee relations and compliance.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and leave administration.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across all levels.
• Organized with attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Support employee relations matters and respond to questions confidentially.
• Assist with investigations, policy interpretation, and compliance initiatives.
• Manage and track leave administration processes and documentation.
• Support benefits-related compliance, including ACA and ERISA requirements.
• Maintain accurate HR records and documentation.
• Partner cross-functionally to support employee engagement and workplace culture.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Skills

HR relations

Compliance

Leave administration

Employee communications

Discretion

Interpersonal skills

Excel

Word

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

AP Executive Staffing is partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization in the Buffalo area to hire an experienced HR Specialist to join their team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being a trusted resource for employees while supporting employee relations, compliance, leave administration, and day-to-day HR operations in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will bring professionalism, discretion, strong communication skills, and a people‑first mindset to the role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support employee relations matters and respond to employee questions and concerns professionally and confidentially
• Assist with workplace investigations, policy interpretation, and HR compliance initiatives
• Manage and track leave administration processes and related documentation
• Support benefits‑related compliance, including ACA and ERISA requirements
• Maintain accurate HR records and documentation
• Partner cross‑functionally to support employee engagement and workplace culture initiatives
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

Preferred Background:

• 5+ years of Human Resources experience, preferably focused on employee relations and compliance
• Experience using ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS systems
• Strong understanding of employment law, HR compliance, and leave administration processes
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust across all levels of an organization
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proactive, solution‑oriented mindset in a fast‑paced environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word