Human Resources (HR) Specialist II

Komline Sanderson•Bowling Green, OH

40d

About The Position

The Human Resources (HR) Specialist II will serve as a strategic partner for our Industrial Coolant and Filtration business segment, a dynamic manufacturing environment where innovation meets industrial excellence. The HR Specialist II will balance operational HR functions with strategic workforce initiatives by working closely with plant leadership, manufacturing teams, and corporate HR to drive employee engagement, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the talent needs of this growing division.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or related field
3-5 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment
Understanding of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices
Experience with full-cycle recruitment and employee relations case management
Proficiency with HRIS systems (experience with Workday, ADP, or similar platforms preferred)
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Ability to travel around 20% of time

Nice To Haves

Professional HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP)
Experience in a multi-site manufacturing organization
Background in industrial, automotive, aerospace, or engineered products industries
Experience with union or non-union manufacturing environments
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, compensation, and workplace concerns
Conduct thorough investigations while recommending appropriate solutions to resolve employee relations issues
Implement employee engagement initiatives to improve morale, retention, and workplace culture
Provide onboarding for new hires and conduct exit interviews to analyze data trends and recommend retention strategies
Maintain HRIS data integrity through regular audits, updates, and documentation
Analyze workforce trends and provide insights to leadership on turnover, absenteeism, and other key indicators to support data driven decision making
Support performance management processes, including review cycles and performance improvement plans
Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave management
Process and coordinate leave of absence requests (FMLA, medical, personal)
Support annual compensation reviews and merit increase processes
Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws, including OSHA, FLSA, FMLA, ADA, and EEO regulations
Partner with Safety and Operations teams to support workplace safety initiatives and training programs. Maintain training records and completions of programs
Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation in accordance with legal requirements to support workers' compensation claims and return-to-work
Provide support for the Talent Acquisition team when needed