Human Resources (HR) Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Human Resources (HR) Coordinator to support core HR operations for a manufacturing organization in Akron, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining accurate employee information, processing workforce changes, and delivering dependable reporting and administrative support. The role works closely with employees, managers, and vendors to help ensure HR systems, records, and routine processes run smoothly while protecting confidential information.

Responsibilities:
• Manage employee and organizational records across HR systems, keeping information current, complete, and properly aligned with company standards.
• Process a range of personnel changes such as new hires, internal moves, pay adjustments, promotions, and separations with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.
• Conduct regular reviews of HR data to identify discrepancies, correct issues, and support compliance with internal policies and reporting requirements.
• Prepare recurring and requested reports related to human resources, payroll, benefits, and workforce data for business and audit needs.
• Provide day-to-day assistance to employees and leaders who need help using HR self-service tools or navigating system-related questions.
• Support annual HR activities, including benefits enrollment, performance review administration, compensation planning, and year-end processing.
• Monitor routine HR system issues, troubleshoot where possible, and partner with external support teams when escalation is required.
• Update process guides, reference materials, and training documentation so HR procedures remain clear and well documented.
• Participate in testing for system updates, enhancements, and related changes to help confirm functionality and data integrity.
• Safeguard sensitive employee information and assist with data requests, compliance reviews, onboarding coordination, screening process tracking, and attendance-related records as needed.• Experience in human resources coordination, HR administration, or a similar support role within a structured business environment.
• Working knowledge of HRIS platforms and payroll systems, including experience with tools such as ADP or comparable applications.
• Familiarity with onboarding activities, employee record maintenance, candidate screening processes, and attendance documentation.
• Understanding of HR compliance practices and the importance of handling confidential employee information with discretion.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to audit data, identify inconsistencies, and maintain high levels of accuracy.
• Ability to generate reports, interpret workforce data, and respond to routine information requests from internal stakeholders.
• Effective communication skills and a customer-focused approach when assisting employees, managers, and external vendors.