We are looking for a Human Resources Assistant to support daily HR operations for a transportation equipment manufacturing organization in Birmingham, Alabama. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to contribute to key employee-focused processes, including onboarding coordination, HR record management, and workplace support. The ideal candidate will bring strong administrative skills, confidence working with HRIS platforms, and the ability to handle sensitive information with care.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate new employee activities by preparing onboarding documents, scheduling pre-employment steps, and helping employees transition smoothly into the organization
- Maintain accurate personnel records and update employee information in HRIS systems to support compliant and organized HR operations
- Assist with background screening workflows by tracking status, following up on required documentation, and ensuring timely completion
- Provide administrative support for employee relations matters by organizing files, documenting interactions, and routing issues to appropriate HR team members
- Respond to routine employee questions related to HR processes, policies, and employment documentation in a clear and timely manner
- Support day-to-day HR administration by preparing forms, managing internal correspondence, and helping keep departmental processes on schedule
- Monitor onboarding and employment paperwork for completeness and accuracy while safeguarding confidential information
- Collaborate with HR staff and onboarding teams to support a positive employee experience throughout the onboarding process
- Experience supporting human resources administration in a structured business environment
- Working knowledge of HRIS platforms and ability to maintain accurate employee data
- Familiarity with onboarding coordination and pre-employment documentation processes
- Experience assisting with candidate screening procedures and employment verification steps
- Ability to handle sensitive employee information with discretion and professionalism
- Strong organizational skills with close attention to detail and follow-through
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with employees and internal teams