Coordinator, People (HR)

HarperCollins Publishers • Brownsburg, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

HarperCollins Publishers is hiring a People (HR) Coordinator for its new 1.6 million-square-foot distribution center in Brownsburg, Indiana. As a key member of the local People Department, the Coordinator supports recruiting, employee onboarding, and administrative needs for the warehouse operation. The role is suited to a dynamic, reliable, hands-on HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced setting, managing administrative processes, and organizing engagement initiatives to help build a positive workplace culture.

The Coordinator creates and posts job advertisements, coordinates high-volume staffing and interviews, prepares and tracks offer documentation, and participates in local recruiting events. The role oversees onboarding activities, including background checks, required documentation, employment verification, and pre-employment preparations. In partnership with the local People Manager, the Coordinator helps facilitate New Employee Orientation and supports employees as they navigate company systems, policies, and processes.

Administrative responsibilities include preparing People Analytics reports from UKG and ICIMS, tracking employee programs and initiatives, organizing engagement events across shifts, and completing other administrative tasks to support the Brownsburg team. The Brownsburg operation is a smoke-free campus.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in recruitment, as an HR Coordinator, or providing administrative support in a large, multi-shift operation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to accurately track and manage detailed information in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong administration and coordination skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong employee-experience focus, with a responsive and engaging approach to team members.
• Strong initiative and reliable follow-through on assigned tasks.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Experience with ICIMS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and post job advertisements on company career pages, LinkedIn, and industry-specific job boards.
• Partner with the on-site staffing agency to schedule and coordinate high-volume staffing initiatives.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews for hiring managers.
• Prepare and track offer letters and other new-hire documentation.
• Coordinate and participate in local recruiting events and job fairs.
• Track the site's employee applicant referral program.
• Oversee employee onboarding, including background checks, required documentation, employment verification documentation, and pre-employment preparations such as equipment and system and security access.
• Partner with the local People Manager to facilitate New Employee Orientation, including presenting local rules and policies.
• Help new employees navigate company systems, policies, and processes.
• Provide People Analytics reports from UKG and ICIMS as needed.
• Track participation and performance for local employee programs and initiatives.
• Plan, organize, and facilitate local employee engagement events, ensuring participation and availability across shifts.
• Perform miscellaneous administrative tasks to support the Brownsburg team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package covering physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits.
• Elective benefits employees may select to fit their needs and personal situations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed