Human Resources Specialist

Orgill; Wickliffe (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Life, disability, and additional cover

Employee Assistance & Educational Aid

Job summary

Orgill, based in the United States, is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to support daily HR operations, including recruiting, onboarding, payroll, benefits, and records management. The role emphasizes safety coordination, policy guidance, and compliance across shifts with a Monday–Friday core schedule.

The primary schedule is Monday-Friday, with flexibility to support multiple shifts and ensure HR service delivery for a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or related education preferred.
• At least one year of human resources, recruiting, payroll, benefits, or related administrative experience.
• Working knowledge of HR practices and employment regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, manage multiple priorities, and work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with an HR information system (HRIS), applicant tracking system (ATS), or other HR software preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate full-cycle recruiting, including job postings, application screening, interviews, background checks, offers, and pre-employment processes.
• Partner with hiring leaders to understand staffing needs and maintain accurate job descriptions and selection criteria.
• Process new-hire paperwork and conduct onboarding and orientation.
• Respond to employee questions and provide guidance on HR policies, payroll, benefits, and workplace procedures.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential employee records in HR information systems.
• Support employee relations, performance management, engagement activities, and policy administration.
• Assist with payroll, benefits administration, leave documentation, and HR reporting.
• Coordinate safety communications, training records, action plans, and injury-prevention activities in partnership with HR and operations leaders.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment and workplace safety requirements.

Skills

HR policies

Onboarding

Payroll

HRIS/ATS

Employee relations

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

HRIS

ATS

Job description

Why Join Orgill?

• Safety First: Safety is our #1 priority and a key part of our culture.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive pay, incentives, and bonus opportunities that recognize experience.
• Career Development: Our leadership programs and promotional opportunities help employees grow.
• Meaningful Impact: Partner with employees and leaders to strengthen engagement, development, retention, and workplace culture.
• Employee Experience: Enjoy appreciation events, Family Day, product discounts, and community involvement.
• Schedule: Primarily Monday-Friday, with flexibility needed to support employees and operations across shifts.
• Core Values: Customer Centered, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence.

Why Join Orgill?

• Safety First: Safety is our #1 priority and a key part of our culture.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive pay, incentives, and bonus opportunities that recognize experience.
• Career Development: Our leadership programs and promotional opportunities help employees grow.
• Meaningful Impact: Partner with employees and leaders to strengthen engagement, development, retention, and workplace culture.
• Employee Experience: Enjoy appreciation events, Family Day, product discounts, and community involvement.
• Schedule: Primarily Monday-Friday, with flexibility needed to support employees and operations across shifts.
• Core Values: Customer Centered, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence.

About Orgill

Founded in 1847, Orgill is an independently owned distributor of hardware and home improvement products. We serve retailers across the United States and in more than 60 countries, guided by one mission: Help Our Customers Be Successful.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Specialist supports daily HR operations and serves as an accessible resource for employees and leaders. The role focuses on recruiting, onboarding, employee records, payroll and benefits support, employee relations, safety coordination, and HR compliance. The primary schedule is Monday-Friday, with flexibility required to support multiple shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate full-cycle recruiting, including job postings, application screening, interviews, background checks, offers, and pre-employment processes.
• Partner with hiring leaders to understand staffing needs and maintain accurate job descriptions and selection criteria.
• Process new-hire paperwork and conduct onboarding and orientation.
• Respond to employee questions and provide guidance on HR policies, payroll, benefits, and workplace procedures.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential employee records in HR information systems.
• Support employee relations, performance management, engagement activities, and policy administration.
• Assist with payroll, benefits administration, leave documentation, and HR reporting.
• Coordinate safety communications, training records, action plans, and injury-prevention activities in partnership with HR and operations leaders.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment and workplace safety requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or related education preferred.
• At least one year of human resources, recruiting, payroll, benefits, or related administrative experience.
• Working knowledge of HR practices and employment regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, manage multiple priorities, and work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with an HR information system (HRIS), applicant tracking system (ATS), or other HR software preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Paid time off and eight paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Life, disability, accident, and additional voluntary coverage
• Employee Assistance Program and Educational Assistance Program

NOTE:

When duties and responsibilities change and develop, the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes based on business necessity.