Human Resources Representative

Field is a family-owned global supplier of fasteners, "C" commodities, inventory management services, and technical support with locations in Rockford, IL (headquarters), Texas, South Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Mexico, and Taiwan. For over 30 years, Field has grown an average of 19% annually by focusing on lowering customer costs and improving quality through a technical approach to fasteners. The company is recognized for its exceptional culture built on Integrity, Commitment, Teamwork, Innovation, Flexibility, and Fun, and has been honored as one of INC. magazine’s fastest-growing privately owned companies and one of the Best Small Companies in America by Great Places to Work.

About the Role

The Human Resources Representative provides tactical HR direction and consultation to team members and leaders, primarily supporting the Florence, SC and Tyler, TX locations. This role maintains strong engagement with both locations by building relationships, understanding needs, and delivering ongoing HR support. Key responsibilities include culture enhancement, recruiting, team member development, benefits and payroll support, and facility safety. Travel to Tyler is expected approximately once per quarter, with additional travel to other company locations as needed.

This is a salaried position starting at $57,000 - $60,000, based in Florence, SC.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact for team members regarding general questions and employment-related needs
• Manage recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and retention activities for the location and other sites as needed
• Provide guidance to team leaders on employment-related topics and activities
• Manage temporary agency relationships to ensure high-quality temporaries and a pipeline for full-time opportunities
• Engage in recruiting and networking events such as job fairs, community activities, and customer tours
• Foster team member engagement through positive communications and teamwork-related activities
• Apply independent thinking and problem-solving to interpret policies, assess situations, and recommend appropriate actions
• Share feedback and take action on culture survey results
• Coach team members and leaders on effective leadership and development
• Perform administrative functions including reporting, data entry, payroll functions, and HR data analysis
• Support payroll and benefits administration, providing resources and information to the team
• Assist the Human Resources Team Leader in driving annual key initiatives and leading HR projects
• Assist in managing team member performance, including coaching and corrective action
• Partner with the Training & Development Coordinator to support training initiatives and conduct training as needed
• Ensure consistent, fair, and legally compliant employment practices
• Coordinate workers compensation cases and collaborate with the Safety Team to maintain a safe workplace
• Participate in Safety Team meetings and recommend new approaches, policy reviews, and innovation activities
• Promote positive community relations, attend events, and coordinate volunteering opportunities
• Lead coordination of site functions, lunches, celebrations, team meetings, and team-building events
• Provide support to other company locations as needed, with approximately 10% travel required

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Two or four-year degree in business or a related field; or a minimum of 2 years progressive HR experience demonstrating performance in multiple HR functions
• Prior experience in a human resource generalist or coordinator capacity
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with internal and external customers
• Proven ability to relate to all personality types and organizational levels
• Ability to operate independently, make HR/business decisions, and work in a fast-paced, team-based environment
• Strong ability to foster company culture and bring people together
• Demonstrated ability to give constructive feedback, influence others, and provide recommendations
• Ability to travel 10% annually
• Strong time management, detail orientation, and project management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment
• SHRM or HRCI certification

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life Coaching
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Quarterly Bonuses