HR Admin Assistant, Center Township, PA

About the role

ARDEX Americas, part of the global ARDEX Group, has been setting the standard in high-performance building solutions for more than 75 years. You'll find ARDEX products in the construction of PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh International Airport, the Google offices in Bakery Square, and the UPMC Medical Tower in Oakland. As the needs of our business evolve, we're expanding our Human Resources team with the addition of a Human Resources Administrative Assistant. This position will provide support to our Human Resources team and our plant operations, within a busy manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities

• Corporate HR Administrative Support
  • Maintain accurate and confidential personnel files, records, forms, reports, and other documentation in the HRIS (Paylocity) and other company systems
  • Prepare HR correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and other documents
  • Assist with employee file audits, data gathering and special projects
  • Coordinate meetings, training sessions, conference rooms, calendars, and other activities
  • Assist with employee communications, surveys, Lunch & Learn programs, recognition initiatives, wellness activities, service awards, company events, plant events and other recognition items
  • Prepare routine termination documentation and support administrative aspects of employee separations
  • Assist with unemployment documentation and other HR administrative requests
  • Maintain federal and state employment postings
  • Provide backup support to recruitment activities, including interview scheduling and onboarding documentation
  • Support additional HR projects as assigned
• Plant HR Support
  • Serve as a friendly and professional point of contact for employee questions regarding benefits information, attendance, PTO, documentation, and employee programs
  • Direct employees to the appropriate HR team member or plant leader when additional support is needed
  • Support payroll and attendance administration, including timekeeping reviews and routine payroll documentation
  • Coordinate temporary staffing administrative activities, including agency communications, onboarding paperwork, and orientation schedules
  • Assist with workers' compensation, safety, OSHA, and other plant-related documentation
  • Assist with new employee orientation and onboarding activities; track and coordinate new employee follow-up activities
  • Coordinate plant training schedules and maintain training and certification records
  • Distribute employee-related items including uniforms, identification materials, and other employee resources
  • Assist with plant communications by preparing and distributing notices and information
  • Maintain accurate employee files and required HR documentation
  • Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling employee information and personnel matters
  • Provide administrative support to plant leadership

Requirements

• Previous administrative experience required; Human Resources experience preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or operational environment preferred
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong recordkeeping, data entry, and document management capabilities
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams
• Experience with HRIS systems is a plus
• Demonstrates ARDEX Values: Fuel Passion, Drive Innovation, Embody Integrity, Embrace Responsibility, and Build Belonging
• Minimum high school diploma with relevant work experience, or Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Valid driver's license required
• Ability to travel infrequently for business purposes (less than 5%)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave to support growing families
• 401(k) with Company Match to help you save for retirement
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (effective the 1st of the month after hire)
• Company-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance and Travel Assistance
• Wellness Programs, including Telehealth and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Assistance for Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees
• Discounted Gym Memberships to support your fitness goals
• Optional coverage for Pet Insurance, Group Accident, ID Theft, Legal Insurance, and more!
• Scenic corporate offices with free parking and woodland walking trails