Workforce Development Assistant

Dmi Companies - Monongahela, PA

Full-time

Monongahela, PA

Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Workforce Development Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the administration and expansion of DMI Corporate Operations Workforce Development programs across all manufacturing facilities. This position is focused on attracting, developing, advancing, and retaining a skilled workforce, ensuring that DMI remains a leader in the industry and an Employer of Choice. The assistant will help document and support recruiting and training initiatives, maintaining accurate records and facilitating effective communication across departments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain secure and accurate Workforce Development documents and reports including Applicant Tracking System, Employee Needs, Vacancy Request Forms, and Termination Reports.
• Review applications, answer inquiries, conduct phone screens, and schedule interviews.
• Maintain Training Tracker/app and employee training files.
• Conduct follow-up and verification of training and documentation completion/submission.
• Maintain event files for MFG Day and other events, document registrations/attendance, and pull contact info for interested students.
• Conduct recruiting outreach, attend career fairs/recruiting events, and facilitate onsite events/tours as directed.
• Audit and maintain documentation for New Hire Orientation, New Hire Training Plans, and New Hire Survey results.
• Assist with grant and program research, documentation, and reporting.
• Coordinate with Operations Assistants at each location to ensure a seamless candidate experience and record-keeping.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to facilitate cooperation and coordination.
• Work closely with the Workforce Development Manager, Human Resources, hiring teams, and employees to ensure a positive candidate and employee experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in customer service, recruiting, and relationship-building preferred.
• Highly accurate and attentive to detail.
• Ability to interact productively with a variety of audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Skilled at managing time and effectively prioritizing a wide variety of assignments.
• Demonstrate professionalism, good attendance, and strong work ethic.
• Strong skills in Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams.
• Requires a valid driver's license.
• Proactive and adept at using good judgment to solve problems.

Benefits

• Medical & Prescription Drug coverage with a generous employer HSA contribution deposited weekly.
• Dental & Vision coverage.
• Company paid Life, AD&D, STD and LTD coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program, Will Preparation and Identity Theft Assistance.
• 401k with pre- and post-tax contribution options with a dollar for dollar match up to 6%.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• 10 paid holidays.