HR Administrator

HR Administrator

Location: Horseheads, NY

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $26.00 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

Provide day-to-day administrative and operational HR support to the plant, assisting with high-volume transactional and employee-facing activities. This role helps ensure timely and accurate execution of HR processes, supports employee inquiries, and enables the HR Manager to focus on more complex employee relations and strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide front-line HR support by responding to employee questions regarding policies, procedures, benefits, and general HR inquiries
• Maintain and update employee records in HR systems, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire paperwork, orientations, and system entries
• Support recruitment activities by scheduling interviews, coordinating candidate communications, and maintaining applicant tracking systems
• Coordinate and track leave of absences, attendance, and timekeeping processes (Kronos or similar systems)
• Assist with payroll support activities, including data entry, audits, and resolving basic discrepancies
• Prepare HR documents such as employment letters, job changes, disciplinary documentation, and reports
• Support compliance activities by maintaining personnel files and ensuring documentation is complete and up to date
• Assist in coordinating employee engagement activities, site communications, and events
• Partner with supervisors to gather information, route HR requests, and ensure timely follow-up
• Provide administrative support for employee relations activities (documentation, scheduling meetings, tracking cases)
• Manage general HR administrative tasks including filing, data tracking, reporting, and calendar coordination

Scope / Level of Responsibility

• Focused on execution and administrative support, not decision-making
• Works under direction of HR Manager on priority items
• Supports both union and non-union populations in a manufacturing environment
• Handles sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality
• Operates in a fast-paced plant environment with shifting priorities

Required Skills

• Basic understanding of HR processes (onboarding, timekeeping, payroll support, etc.)
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Effective communication skills and customer-service mindset

Preferred Skills

• Experience with HRIS systems (Workday, Oracle, or similar)

Education Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred

Required Experience

• 1–3 years of administrative or HR support experience (manufacturing environment a plus)

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Operates in a fast-paced plant/manufacturing environment with shifting priorities
• Supports both union and non-union employee populations
• Must handle sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality
• Role requires balancing administrative work with direct employee-facing support

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client is a global power management company operating in the manufacturing and industrial sector, with a presence in more than 100 countries and revenues of approximately $20.8 billion. Founded in 1911 and now employing approximately 160,000 professionals worldwide — including electrical engineers, power systems specialists, aerospace technicians, software developers, and supply chain professionals — the organization develops intelligent power management technologies that help businesses, governments, and communities operate more safely, efficiently, and sustainably. Recognized on Newsweek's list of Global Most Loved Workplaces, the company maintains a culture grounded in strong ethics, open-door leadership, and a genuine commitment to employee engagement, flexible work options, and professional development.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-09023