HR Assistant

What makes us strong? Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum. Our GTP site in Towanda PA specializes in recycling tungsten and manufacturing premium quality tungsten powders—the essential first step in producing high-performance materials for global applications. We proudly support the U.S. aerospace and defense sectors by supplying strategic resources critical to national security and advanced manufacturing. Join a highly motivated team in Towanda, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group. Position type: Non-Exempt Position Overview: The Human Resources assistant will be responsible for the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions. May prepare reports for employment records, file employment records, or search employee files and furnish information to authorized persons. The successful candidate should possess general knowledge of human resources principles and practices. Responsiblities Would Include: Greet employees entering the HR department. Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. Examine employee files to answer inquiries and provide information for personnel actions Compile and prepare reports and documents pertaining to personnel activities. Request information from previous employers, and other references to determine applicants' employment acceptability. Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork Prepare badges, passes, and identification cards, and perform other security-related duties. Assist with employee relations and any policy or procedure questions. Companywide employee communication - i.e., weekly employee news. Administration of service award and retirement program Distribute company mail and manage incoming and outgoing mail. Point of Contact for unemployment claims and questions. Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. Maintaining employee files and the HR Information Systems Preferred Education and Experience: Associate’s Degree from an accredited college High level of confidentiality Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook. Knowledge of HRIS systems; Ultimate Software and Workday experience is a plus.Ability to demonstrate excellent communication and people skills Detailed oriented, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects. Ability to adapt to a very fast paced environment and handle confidential information Experience working in a manufacturing facility a plus Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and 401(k) Tuition reimbursement 24/7 Fitness Center Equal Employment Opportunity We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. In order to conform with U.S. government regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)3, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Plansee Group USA #J-18808-Ljbffr Plansee Group