Human Resources; HR Administrative Assistant

About Us:

BW Paper systems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers.

For more information, visit  is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

At BW Paper systems, the People Team (HR) is focused on what people need and how to provide it. We’re searching for a qualified and resourceful Human Resources Administrative Assistant to support our department in ensuring smooth and efficient business operations. In this role, you will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities, and will help with important functions such as staffing, training and development, and benefits.

• Be the point of contact to answer employee questions about human resources programs, policies, procedures, and any other HR-related function.
• Process and maintain confidential employment documents.
• Provide support to the recruitment function with activities such as posting job requisitions, sourcing resumes, scheduling interviews, coordinating drug screens, and career fair support.
• Support HR Generalists in conducting exit interviews.
• Assemble new hire and benefit materials.
• Prepare and generate reports.
• Coordination of meetings/events, including setup/cleanup, ordering refreshments, securing location, etc.
• Implement human resources programs by providing human resources services, which may include recruiting and staffing, administration of training and development.
• Complete team member transactions and maintain associated records.
• Collect and analyze internal and external information in order to compare the organization’s HR practices to those prevailing in the market.
• Ensures compliance with applicable labor laws or regulations.
• Communicates effectively both verbally and in the written word and works towards an all-hands on-deck approach.
• Oversee specific processes in a “process owner” capacity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• 2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing, production, industrial, or related environment
• 4+ years of experience working in an administrative assistant role

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.

Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify. Applicants may be subject to pre‑employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

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