Human Resources Assistant

Linamar Corporation•Fletcher, NC

About The Position

The Human Resources Assistant provides administrative support for day-to-day HR operations in a manufacturing environment. Working under the direction of the Human Resources Manager, the role supports recruiting and onboarding, employee records, HR system updates, benefits administration, and employee communications. The assistant follows established procedures, safeguards confidential information, and refers sensitive employee matters, policy interpretations, and compliance questions to the appropriate HR representative. The position also supports training, employee events, audit preparation, and routine HR process improvements. A certificate or associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. One to two years of administrative, customer service, or HR support experience is preferred; relevant internships or equivalent training may be considered. Manufacturing experience and Spanish bilingual ability are assets but are not required.

Requirements

Clear written and verbal communication skills and a professional, service-oriented approach when assisting employees, applicants, and managers.
Strong interpersonal skills, discretion, and the ability to protect confidential information, follow instructions, and recognize when a matter requires escalation.
Basic familiarity with HR processes and U.S. employment documentation preferred, with the ability to learn established procedures for hiring records, timekeeping, benefits, leave, and employment eligibility verification. Independent legal interpretation is not required.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing operational needs.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with the ability to enter data accurately, maintain spreadsheets, and prepare routine documents and communications.
Ability to learn HR information systems and electronic filing procedures.
Willingness to learn HR administrative practices, complete required training, and apply updated company procedures accurately.

Nice To Haves

A certificate or an associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
One to two years of administrative, customer service, or HR support experience; relevant internships or equivalent training may be considered.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Bilingual Spanish ability.
Experience with Oracle or ADP.

Responsibilities

Assist with recruiting and onboarding by posting approved job openings, scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, preparing approved offer letters and new-hire packets, and coordinating orientation.
Support Form I-9 documentation and E-Verify processing, where applicable, as trained and authorized.
Provide administrative support for benefits, paid time off (PTO), leaves of absence, and accommodation requests by distributing approved materials, tracking paperwork and deadlines, and forwarding requests to the HR Manager.
Enter and update approved employee information in Human Resources Systems, maintain personnel files, prepare routine HR reports, and provide approved changes to payroll.
Check records for completeness and accuracy, flag discrepancies, and safeguard personnel and medical information in accordance with established procedures.
Assist with benefits enrollment, qualifying life event changes, coverage terminations, and premium reconciliation by collecting forms and entering approved updates.
Schedule training and employee events, maintain attendance and training records, and assist with recognition programs, employee notices, and other approved HR communications.
Compile records for HR audits, maintain administrative checklists and supplies, assist with routine process improvements, and perform other related administrative duties as assigned.