Human Resources Assistant

SMV Recruiting, LLC is actively looking for a Human Resources Assistant for a manufacturing client in the Cicero-North Syracuse, New York area. The ideal candidate will have manufacturing office experience and be comfortable handling a high volume of admin work in a fast-paced HR office. This role is heavy on administrative support such as timecards, vacation schedules, phones, visitors, and supply ordering.

This role supports a team of three HR professionals, and the broader production team. Prior HR experience is a plus but not required; this is a direct hire role with a great benefits package, paying approximately $58K-$70K.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain employee timecards, resolving discrepancies with production supervisors as needed
• Track and manage vacation, PTO, and other leave schedules across departments
• Serve as a front-line point of contact for the HR office and answering phones, greeting visitors, and routing inquiries to the right team member
• Conduct initial phone screens for open positions in support of the recruiting/HR team
• Order and maintain office supplies and safety/PPE supplies for the facility
• Provide day-to-day administrative support across the HR department and to the production team
• Assist with data entry and recordkeeping in the company's HRIS/payroll system
• Support the HR Manager and HR Generalists with various projects and tasks as needed

Requirements

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with frequently shifting priorities
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Teams, Outlook and other computer programs as needed; experience with ADP is a plus, but not required
• Strong communication and customer service skills and comfortable interacting with employees at every level
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Able to maintain composure and professionalism under high pressure events
• 5+ years' experience in manufacturing, construction, or other similar trades
• Prior HR experience is a plus but not required
• Associate's Degree preferred

Additional Information

• Salary range: $58,000–$70,000, depending on experience
• Full Benefits Package:
  Health, Dental, Eye Insurance, 401K matching, PTO