Human Resource Specialist

Working location: On-site

Working Shift: M-F 2pm-10pm (Support for night shift)

Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred

Overview The Human Resources Specialist performs specialized clerical and administrative tasks to support HR operations and projects. Completes routine data entry, report generation, and audit activities to ensure the accuracy of employee data in HRIS systems. Assists with delivering core HR processes like onboarding, hiring, terminations, retirements, timekeeping, payroll, and program implementations, including benefits, compensation, and performance management. May administer HR systems used for timekeeping, performance, and training management processes.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Supports the execution of all HR transactions and administration, such as payroll processing, benefits administration, regulatory compliance, and onboarding and offboarding activities
• Maintains regular HRIS input by collecting relevant employee lifecycle information, such as personal data, contract terms, and benefits and compensation details
• Supports recruitment efforts for all levels of employees, including temporary workers and contractors; writes and places advertisements; works with managers to screen and interview candidates; conducts reference checks; extends job offers; conducts new-employee orientations; monitors career path programs and employee development counseling
• Contributes to onboarding and offboarding efforts—assists with creation of frameworks for educational sessions for new hires and feedback and exit interviews for terminated employees
• Verifies the accuracy and completeness of all personnel data.
• Supports employee relations functions to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures and objectives are met; facilitates and coach managers through disciplinary process, as appropriate.
• Supports payroll, including auditing processes, for accuracy and compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required Education & Experience Education

• Associates degree in related field and 2 plus years of experience or combination of education and experience.

Experience

• HR Administration
• Employee data management
• Experience in data input
• Familiarity with HRIS and HCM software such as Workday or ADP
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team
• Employee Relations

Competencies

• Business Acumen
• Communication
• Consultation
• Critical Evaluation
• Ethical Practice
• Employee Engagement and Relations
• Payroll Processing
• Advanced Problem-Solving Skills
• Environmental, Health & Safety
• Confidentiality
• Proficient in MS Office programs and HRIS/payroll systems (ADP experience preferred)

Soft Skills

• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational capabilities.

Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting and on the plant floor.