Human Resources Specialist

MetalQuest•Hebron, NE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

MetalQuest Unlimited is seeking a people-focused Human Resources Specialist for a hands-on, in-office role in Hebron, Nebraska. The specialist works with employees and leadership across the organization, supporting onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, benefits, and employee engagement. The role contributes to a positive workplace culture and helps employees and managers resolve workplace issues in accordance with company policies and procedures. The position is primarily office-based, with regular visits to production shop-floor and manufacturing areas. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility. The listed wage is $65,000–$75,000.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent.
2–4 years of HR experience.
Strong understanding of HR documentation, employment laws, HR best practices/SHRM, and workplace policies.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
For ITAR compliance, employees at this location must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents.

Responsibilities

Serve as a knowledgeable HR resource for employees and managers, helping facilitate appropriate solutions based on SHRM or companywide policies and procedures.
Assist managers with employee relations issues, performance concerns, coaching, and documentation.
Handle sensitive employee matters with professionalism and confidentiality.
Coordinate and conduct new-hire onboarding and orientation.
Ensure new employees complete required employment documentation, pre-employment requirements, and onboarding activities.
Represent MetalQuest at community recruiting events, career fairs, and local school tours to promote career opportunities and build talent pipelines.
Administer employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and other company-sponsored benefits.
Assist employees with benefit questions and enrollment changes; process new-hire enrollments, qualifying life events, and benefit changes.
Coordinate with insurance carriers and benefit providers as needed.
Maintain accurate benefit records and assist with monthly benefit reconciliations and invoices.
Support annual open enrollment and employee communications.
Build relationships with employees across levels and departments to foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture.
Partner with Culture Specialists to gather employee feedback through surveys, conversations, and other engagement activities, and help identify improvement opportunities.
Recognize underlying challenges and take initiative to find positive, effective solutions.
Help ensure company values and expectations are reflected in the employee experience.