Workforce Coordinator

SCHAEFER PLASTICS NA•Charlotte, NC

14h

About The Position

Schaefer Plastics is seeking an organized, detail-oriented Operations Training & Workforce Coordinator to support workforce onboarding, training administration, and staffing coordination in a manufacturing operation. The role connects Operations, staffing agencies, new hires, HR, and employees by coordinating onboarding activities, maintaining training records, supporting compliance requirements, and assisting with workforce planning and recruiting logistics. The ideal candidate understands manufacturing work environments, is comfortable managing employee training data through Learning Management Systems (LMS), and can work accurately and communicate effectively in a fast-paced production setting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
1–3 years of administrative, workforce coordination, training coordination, or operations support experience.
Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS) or other employee training platforms.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and Teams.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to handle confidential employee information professionally.
Customer-service mindset and ability to support hourly employees and operational leadership.

Nice To Haves

An associate's or bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Human Resources, or a related field.
Manufacturing, logistics, industrial, or warehouse experience.
Experience with HRIS, payroll, or workforce management systems.

Responsibilities

Coordinate Day 1 onboarding activities, including orientation scheduling, payroll setup requests, badge and clock enrollment, and workforce integration activities.
Support employee onboarding and ensure required employment documentation is completed and tracked.
Administer the Learning Management System (LMS), including assigning training modules, monitoring completions, troubleshooting user access issues, and maintaining training records.
Track and monitor required safety, compliance, and operational training, including OSHA-related training, equipment certifications, and annual policy acknowledgments.
Coordinate employee training schedules, assessments, and evaluations to ensure employees meet departmental and operational standards.
Maintain accurate training records, certifications, attendance logs, and employee qualifications.
Organize training-session logistics, including classroom scheduling, Teams or Zoom meeting setup, materials preparation, and presentation support.
Coordinate staffing requests and job requisition activity with staffing agencies and hiring managers.
Assist with candidate scheduling, interview coordination, plant tours, and communication among candidates, staffing partners, and operational leaders.
Support pre-employment processes, including background checks, drug screenings, onboarding documentation, and new-hire readiness.
Maintain hiring and onboarding records and track candidate progress through recruitment and onboarding.
Serve as a resource for employees regarding onboarding, timekeeping, payroll inquiries, fit-for-duty appointments, and other workforce-related administrative matters.
Assist with employee engagement initiatives and workforce communication efforts.