Senior HR Coordinator - Manufacturing HR & Compliance

Continental Engineering & Manufacturing, Inc (CEM); Minnesota; On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with $500 deductible

Dental and vision insurance 50% paid

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Annual bonuses

401(k) with 4% company match

Quarterly team luncheons and holiday-b

Stable, family-owned company

Job summary

Continental Engineering & Manufacturing, Inc (CEM) in Minnesota is seeking a dependable Senior Human Resources Coordinator to support daily HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and training coordination.

The role requires strong communication, confidentiality, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; manufacturing experience is a plus. The position is full-time with a Monday–Friday schedule and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of Human Resources experience.
• Experience maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Working knowledge of HR best practices and employment regulations.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with internal and external customers.
• Strong organization and records management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Self-starter with a high level of dependability.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the recruitment process, including posting job advertisements, scheduling interviews, assisting with pre-employment testing, and communicating with applicants.
• Support onboarding and orientation for new employees.
• Maintain employee records, HR files, training documents, and other confidential personnel information.
• Assist employees with questions regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and general employment matters.
• Provide administrative support for employee benefits, including eligibility tracking and employee communication.
• Assist with employee relations documentation, disciplinary records, investigations, and follow-up as directed.
• Support performance review processes and related documentation.
• Assist with the development, updating, and maintenance of HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook.
• Coordinate employee training, leadership development activities, and required compliance training.
• Support safety programs, training records, worker’s compensation documentation, and OSHA-related requirements.
• Assist with ISO-related HR processes and continuous improvement documentation.
• Help coordinate employee communications, company meetings, newsletters, and employee engagement activities.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Perform other tasks as warranted or assigned by management.

Skills

HR experience

Verbal & written communication

Confidentiality

MS Office

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Continental Engineering & Mfg., Inc. is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Senior Human Resources Coordinator to support and coordinate daily human resources functions. This position assists with recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, safety documentation, training coordination, and general HR support.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to maintain confidentiality, and experience supporting HR functions in a fast-paced work environment. Manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

What We Offer

We believe taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our customers. Here’s what you can expect:

• Set weekday schedule — no weekends, ever
• Medical insurance with only a $500 annual deductible — 100% paid by CEM
• Dental and vision insurance — 50% paid by CEM
• Generous paid time off starting from your very first day
• Paid holidays from day one
• Annual bonuses
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Quarterly team luncheons and holiday parties
• A stable, family-owned company with 43 years and zero layoffs

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate the recruitment process, including posting job advertisements, scheduling interviews, assisting with pre-employment testing, and communicating with applicants.
• Support onboarding and orientation for new employees.
• Maintain employee records, HR files, training documents, and other confidential personnel information.
• Assist employees with questions regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and general employment matters.
• Provide administrative support for employee benefits, including eligibility tracking and employee communication.
• Assist with employee relations documentation, disciplinary records, investigations, and follow-up as directed.
• Support performance review processes and related documentation.
• Assist with the development, updating, and maintenance of HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook.
• Coordinate employee training, leadership development activities, and required compliance training.
• Support safety programs, training records, worker’s compensation documentation, and OSHA-related requirements.
• Assist with ISO-related HR processes and continuous improvement documentation.
• Help coordinate employee communications, company meetings, newsletters, and employee engagement activities.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Perform other tasks as warranted or assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of Human Resources experience.
• Experience maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Working knowledge of HR best practices and employment regulations.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with internal and external customers.
• Strong organization and records management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Self-starter with a high level of dependability.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Qualifications

• Two or more years of applicable post-secondary education.
• Human Resources experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with employee benefits administration.
• Familiarity with OSHA requirements, safety documentation, or worker’s compensation.
• Familiarity with ISO standards.

Pay

$55,000 - $65,000 per year, depending on experience.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday.

Company Description

Continental Engineering and Manufacturing (CEM) is a family-owned manufacturing company based in Chaska and Frazee, Minnesota. Since 1983, we've been at the forefront of precision machining, welding, and assembly, which has complemented our original focus on drive shaft components and assemblies. We serve a diverse clientele across North America and beyond, offering CNC horizontal and vertical milling, CNC horizontal and vertical turning (with robotic loading), broaching, hobbing, balancing, painting, welding, assembly, in