Human Resources Specialist

HR Coordinator (Contract) | RemoteLaunch Your HR Career with a Global Industry LeaderAre you looking to expand your HR experience in a collaborative, people-focused environment? We're seeking an HR Coordinator to support a dynamic People Services team for a global leader in food and beverage ingredient solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career HR professional to gain hands-on experience across multiple HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, employee data management, HR systems, and process improvement. You'll work alongside experienced HR professionals, build your Workday expertise, and contribute to meaningful employee processes that impact teams across the organization.Why You'll Love This Opportunity100% Remote work environmentGain exposure to multiple HR disciplines, including recruiting, onboarding, employee services, learning, and performance processesOpportunity to strengthen your Workday and HRIS experienceWork with a supportive and collaborative HR teamExcellent resume-building experience with a well-known global organizationGreat opportunity for recent graduates or professionals looking to grow their HR careerWhat You'll Be DoingSupport the People Services team with daily HR operations and employee lifecycle activitiesAssist with recruiting coordination, interview scheduling, candidate communication, and onboarding tasksMaintain employee records and perform HR data entry within WorkdayUpdate and maintain HR knowledge resources and documentationPartner with HRIS teams to help resolve system-related issues and support end usersProvide administrative support for learning, performance management, and other HR initiativesHelp ensure HR processes remain compliant, organized, and efficientParticipate in team meetings, training sessions, and process improvement initiativesCollaborate with HR professionals across the organization to deliver an exceptional employee experienceQualificationsRequiredExperience using Workday (required)1-2 years of HR experience, including internships, co-ops, or entry-level HR roles1-2 years of administrative support experienceStrong organization and attention to detailProficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft TeamsStrong communication and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently in a remote environmentPreferredBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related fieldExperience supporting recruiting, onboarding, HR operations, or employee servicesInterest in building a long-term career in Human ResourcesJob Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Decatur, IL.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026.About Aston CarterAston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.