HR Coordinator

Hi-Lex Controls•Litchfield, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1946, HI-LEX is a leading supplier of window regulators, door modules, power lift gate systems, and mechanical control cables primarily serving the automotive industry, but also the power sports, marine, construction equipment, and medical device sectors. Headquartered in Takarazuka, Japan (near Osaka), and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), HI-LEX employs more than 12,000 associates across its global footprint. In the Americas region, HI-LEX has grown steadily in the region, and now has ten (10) manufacturing facilities across the the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. In the U.S., HI-LEX operates under three divisions: HI-LEX America in Battle Creek, Michigan; HI-LEX Controls in Hudson, Litchfield, and Hazel Park, Michigan; and Daedong HI-LEX of America in Cusseta, Alabama. The company’s automotive center is in Rochester Hills, Michigan which consists of finance, sales, engineering, testing, and program management, and will serve as the Litchfield plant location for the HR Coordinator. This position will report to the local HR Manager at Litchfield, Michigan. The person will support HR functions and serve as a resource for employees regarding HR related policies & procedures in a positive environment at the plant. The position will oversee attendance functions, and assists with onboarding, payroll, or other HR functions as assigned.

Requirements

1-3 years’ of experience in a human resources function.
Knowledge of employment law, ADA, FMLA, and related government programs necessary

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or equivalent experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead attendance maintenance, tracking and reporting.
Assists with creating and managing attendance write-ups for hourly associates.
Support HR functions including on-boarding, training, payroll, and other HR functions as needed.
Resolve associate issues and complaints to maintain a positive environment.
Perform customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions, and the lobby window.
Advice associates and other managers regarding personnel policies, procedures, and employment laws.
Assist with recruitment and interview process for hourly and temporary associates.
Assist with maintaining accurate data, and files in HRIS & ERP systems.
Promote an associate relations environment that is consistent with long-term management objectives.
Manage various associate service programs including vending service, uniforms, office supplies, etc.
Provide information to employees, coordinates, and updates the HRIS for leaves or absence programs including but not limited to FMLA, short term disability, paid parental leave, and long term disability.
Assist with payroll functions.
Conduct audits of attendance, payroll, benefits, or other HR programs and recommend corrective actions as necessary.
Process unemployment claims.
Assists with garnishments through 3rd party companies, and manages child support garnishment & medical orders.
Plan/coordinate associate events such as summer picnic, service awards, social committee, etc.
Continuously seeking ways to improve processes and reduce administrative burdens.
Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.