Human Resources Specialist

LX Pantos Americas; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

LX Pantos Americas in Lakeland, FL is seeking an HR Specialist to support day-to-day human resources operations, including payroll, recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and employee relations.

You will ensure compliance with federal/state laws, maintain HR records, coordinate Workers’ Compensation, and partner with managers on policy guidance. Strong communication and Excel/Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS/payroll systems beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of HR administration, payroll processing and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll using ADP Workforce Now with attention to accuracy.
• Manage recruitment including job postings, interviews and candidate communication.
• Conduct onboarding and new employee orientation.
• Provide employee relations support and respond to inquiries.
• Assist with workplace investigations and HR documentation.
• Administer benefits enrollment and answer benefits questions.
• Review timecards and attendance records.
• Maintain HR policies and ensure compliance with laws.
• Coordinate Workers’ Compensation claims for Florida employees.
• Prepare HR reports and maintain audit-ready employee records.
• Handle unemployment claims and protect confidentiality.
• Partner with managers on HR policy guidance and performance matters.
• Support HR operations for LX Pantos Americas’ Florida sites.
• Perform additional HR duties as assigned.

Skills

HR administration

Payroll processing

Employee relations

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

The HR Specialist supports day-to-day human resources operations at the Lakeland, FL facility and serves as a key resource for employees and management. This role assists with recruitment, payroll administration, employee relations, HR compliance, and general HR operations to support an efficient and compliant workplace. The scope of responsibility may vary depending on experience level. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple HR priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Core Responsibilities:

• Process payroll using ADP Workforce Now and review payroll data for accuracy.
• Manage recruitment activities including job postings, interview coordination, and candidate communication.
• Conduct onboarding and new employee orientation.
• Provide employee relations support and respond to employee and management inquiries.
• Assist with workplace investigations and documentation related to employee relations matters.
• Administer benefits enrollment and assist employees with benefits-related questions.
• Review and verify employee timecards and attendance records.
• Track and monitor employee attendance.
• Implement and maintain company HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including wage and hour regulations and workplace policies.
• Coordinate Workers’ Compensation claims and related documentation for Florida employees.
• Prepare and maintain HR reports and workforce data as needed.
• Maintain personnel files and ensure all HR documentation is properly organized and compliant.
• Maintain accurate employee records within HR systems and ensure documentation is audit-ready.
• Handle unemployment claims and related documentation.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling employee records, investigations, and sensitive company information.
• Partner with managers to provide guidance on HR policies, employee performance concerns, and workplace matters.
• Provide overall HR support for the Company’s Florida operations.
• Perform additional HR duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• HR experience requirements depend on position level
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS/payroll systems preferred.
• Strong understanding of HR administration, payroll processing, and employee relations practices.
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Bilingual proficiency in Korean or Spanish
• Valid driver’s license required and willingness to work outside normal business hours when needed.

Business Hours:

Monday to Friday (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST)

Job Type:

Full-Time

Pay Rate:

• Tier 1: HR Generalist (2+ year of HR experience required) – starting at $50,000
• Tier 2: HR Assistant Manager (5+ years of HR experience) – starting at $72,000
• Tier 3: HR Manager (8+ years of HR experience) – starting at $87,000