Human Resource Specialist

About the role

GSW Manufacturing Inc. is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to join our Human Resources team. In this broad, hands-on role, you will apply your HR experience across the employee life cycle, working directly with associates and managers while contributing to HR programs and processes that support our people and organization.

GSW Manufacturing is a long-standing, international manufacturer of wire harnesses and related components, with operations in the U.S. and Mexico. Headquartered in Findlay, Ohio, GSW offers the opportunity to work within an international organization, gaining exposure to diverse operations and perspectives. We value collaboration, long-term relationships, and people who want to contribute, take ownership, and build their careers with GSW.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment and onboarding activities.
• Support employee relations, workplace concerns, and the consistent application of HR policies and practices.
• Administer and support benefits, compensation, leave, and related HR programs.
• Manage HRIS, attendance systems, employee records, and HR data.
• Support HR compliance, policy administration, audits, and recordkeeping.
• Coordinate employee engagement, wellness, recognition, and associate activities.
• Support training, development, and performance management initiatives.
• Provide payroll support and cross-functional HR coverage as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of broad-based, progressively responsible Human Resources experience, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits and leave administration, HRIS, compliance, and employee engagement.
• Experience supporting payroll processes or serving as a payroll backup preferred.
• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now or a comparable HRIS strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Approachable and professional communication style with the ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• SHRM-CP or similar professional HR certification and/or specialized FMLA/leave administration training is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting.
• Company-paid life and disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid holidays, including a company holiday shutdown, plus paid vacation time.
• Wellness programs and activities that support healthy choices and well-being.
• A learning environment that supports continued professional development.
• Associate activities and events that provide opportunities to connect and enjoy time together.

Schedule

This is a full-time, in-person role with standard daytime hours and flexibility as needed to support business needs.