Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for an organized and approachable Human Resources Assistant to support daily HR operations for an onsite team in New Troy, Michigan. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys helping employees, managing competing priorities, and keeping HR processes running smoothly in a busy environment. The role will contribute across onboarding, employee support, recruiting coordination, and records administration while helping create a positive and well-structured employee experience. M-F 8am-5pm 100% onsite.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a primary point of contact for employee HR questions, providing timely support and directing issues to the appropriate internal partners when needed.
- Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, including preparation for recurring orientation sessions and follow-up on required documentation.
- Maintain accurate employee records within HR systems and ensure personnel information is entered, updated, and organized consistently.
- Assist with benefits-related administration, including support for open enrollment activities and employee communication needs.
- Contribute to recruiting efforts for hourly positions by coordinating candidate flow and working closely with external staffing partners.
- Help review HR files and administrative processes to improve organization, accuracy, and overall compliance readiness.
- Support day-to-day HR operations by balancing urgent requests with ongoing administrative priorities across employee relations and payroll-related tasks.
- Partner with HR leadership to strengthen structure within a fast-paced workplace while maintaining a thorough and service-oriented experience for employees.
- Prior experience in human resources, HR administration, onboarding, or a closely related office support role.
- Working knowledge of HRIS platforms and confidence using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Teams, and standard office tools.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate comfortably and professionally with employees throughout the day.
- Proven ability to stay organized, manage multiple priorities, and adapt quickly as business needs change.
- Dependable judgment and a high level of discretion when handling employee information and sensitive matters.
- Understanding of core HR processes such as onboarding, employee record maintenance, and general employee support.
- Availability to work fully onsite in New Troy, Michigan, with flexibility around start and end times as needed.