Plant and HR Administrator

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The Plant HR Administrator is a key partner in fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture at Arkema's Axis site, supporting approximately 110 employees. As the first point of contact for employees, contractors and visitors, this role sets the tone for professionalism and engagement across the site. Working closely with plant leadership, the administrator leads efforts in onboarding, payroll, training coordination, and HR compliance, while also driving employee engagement and wellness initiatives.

This role is instrumental in promoting Arkema’s values of safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement, and requires strong organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Activities may include:

• General Administrative:

• Manage office supply inventory and procurement processes.
• Prepare and release requisitions through SAP: process accounts payable documentation.
• Coordinate site-wide meetings and employee events.
• Serve as the site wellness champion, leading initiatives that promote employee well-being and engagement.
• Oversee janitorial services, vending, and off-site record storage.
• Maintain internal communications including bulletin boards, monitors, and social media posts.
• Actively participate in site teams such as Steering Team, Safety, and 5S.

• Human Resources:

• Serve as the primary HR contact for employees, providing guidance and support on routine HR matters.
• Administer bi-weekly payroll and manage timeclock and badging systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation of PTO and HR records in MyCareer (hires, promotioins, terminations, leaves, etc.)
• Lead onboarding processes including scheduling pre-hire screenings and coordinating training materials and schedules.
• Manage Disability/FMLA cases and oversee the return to work process in partnership with HES.
• Ensure compliance with HR documentation including I-9 and E-Verify.
• Assist with training program administration and reporting via MyCareer/My Learning.
• Compile and distribute monthly workforce data (e.g., hours worked).
• Contribute to special projects and initiatives as needed.

• The successful candidate will have:

• College degree (strongly prefered);
  In lieu of degree, 10 years of relevant administrative experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years in administrative and payroll functions, preferably within a manufacturing setting.
• Strong computer skills including MS office, SAP or similar ERM experience a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication that effectively crosses diverse teams and perspectives.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where all individuals feel valued and heard. Promotes a culture of belonging and supports engagement.
• Maintains high standards of accuracy, attention to detail, and time management.
• Adapts to changing priorities with composure and efficiency.
• Builds trust through professionalism, discretion, and consistent follow-through.
• Takes initiative and ownership of responsibilities, working independently and collaboratively.
• Encourages continuous learning and process improvement.

Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema
, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, Arr Maz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 21,100 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.5 billion, of which 2.9% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges
, we encourage you through to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

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