Responsible for day-to-day Human Resources activities, including benefits, performance management, employee relations, recruiting and onboarding, training and development, compensation administration, retention, compliance, and HR policies, procedures, and programs. Supports the design and implementation of new programs and the evaluation and improvement of existing programs.

• Oversee the HR Generalist and HR Administrative Assistant.
• Lead recruiting and staffing: review applications and resumes, conduct interviews, extend offers, source candidates, respond to position inquiries, and support onboarding and orientation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with staffing agencies; attend job fairs and hiring events as needed.
• Coordinate plant staffing needs and maintain the people plan with Production Management.
• Recommend internal applicants based on qualifications.
• Coordinate meetings with plant management.
• Prepare and maintain salary documentation, job descriptions, and job evaluation systems.
• Assist managers with employee reviews, corrective actions, and conflict resolution.
• Explain and administer employee benefits; serve as liaison among employees, benefits administrators, and insurance carriers.
• Advise management and supervisors on company policies, procedures, and documentation; help resolve policy and procedural questions.
• Recommend policy and process improvements and help implement approved changes.
• Maintain accurate, compliant employee files and records.
• Maintain Paychex electronic records and employee profiles.
• Manage the drug-testing program and workers' compensation claims.
• Coordinate unemployment claims with the state and Paychex / Employers Edge.
• Prepare and distribute correspondence and notifications.
• Develop and maintain employee recognition programs.
• Oversee social media accounts and company website content.

• Broad-based HR knowledge and experience with Paychex and applicant-tracking software; HireTech and CATS preferred.
• Keep current with federal and state employment laws and regulations; interpret requirements and recommend compliance actions.
• Understand current social and economic developments affecting the job market.
• Experience with full-cycle recruiting, including onboarding.
• Ability to conduct investigations and fact-finding conferences, evaluate information, and make preliminary determinations.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and communicate clearly and effectively.
• Plan, schedule, and complete work with limited supervision.
• Manage competing priorities, multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Confidently speak and present to large groups.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and its applications; basic Excel skills including formulas and charts.
• Build effective relationships with management, employees, and customers.
• Perform duties safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field, or five years of experience. An equivalent combination of work experience and training will be considered.

• Must be able to lift 35 pounds.
• Must be able to stand, sit, walk, push, pull, or bend as needed.
• Must be able to wear required protective equipment, including eye protection, safety footwear, and hearing protection.
• Must be reliable, maintain good attendance, and have open availability to meet business needs.
• Work may involve cool to extremely hot environments and potential exposure to fuels, oils, cleaning solvents, and machinery fumes.
• Physical activity requirements: seeing and hearing 75–100% of the time; standing, walking, and mobility 0–50%; sitting 50–100%; climbing, stooping, kneeling, and bending 0–25%; grasping and use of hands, arms, and fingers 50–75%; communication 75–100%.

AtWork Personnel is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.

This description summarizes the general nature and level of work and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required.