Human Resources Associate

We are looking for a qualified Human Resources Associate to join our team and provide support throughout the entire employee lifecycle. Youll work closely with and report to the HR Manager providing a strong foundation for our employee experience. Our employees are the foundation of our company and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. You will play a vital role in the growth and expansion of our Human Resources department and will have room to grow your career.

OBJECTIVES OF THIS ROLE:

• Provide administrative support for HR functions.
• Serve as a reliable source of information for employees promptly answering questions regarding policies and benefits.
• Ensure that all employees feel safe and cared for at our company by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
• Act as a liaison between the HR and employees
• This role offers the chance to gain valuable experience in all aspects of HR and develop your skills for future advancement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with recruiting tasks such as reviewing resumes scheduling interviews and following up with candidates.
• Schedule and coordinate onboarding agenda and training sessions.
• Compile and process employee documentation and records and keep the employee efiles current.
• Assist the HR manager with formulating policies procedures and changes and communicating all updates to employees.
• Responding to employee questions in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with ADP WFN payroll time & attendance and documentation.
• Daytoday administration of applicable employee benefits programs including assistance with claims resolution change reporting audit of invoices for correctness employee enrollment etc.
• Maintain health & safety programs including collaborating with thirdparty vendors. 
• Manage Leave of Absence processes. Have an understanding of CTPL and keep apprised of any changes in the laws or forms for all states we have employees based in.
• Handle all inquiries from employees and outside parties promptly and professionally.
• Keep abreast of current developments in areas of interest to the department and the organization; including employment laws and local state and federal regulations and statutes.
• Special projects as needed.

Qualifications :

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in administrative duties such as communications data entry and recordkeeping.
• Enthusiasm for working within a team environment.
• Tact and professionalism when it comes to handling confidential information and addressing employee concerns.
• Proficiency with technology and the ability to pick up new software easily.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with the ADP WFN is a plus but not required
• Experience in an administrative role
• Understanding of labor laws
• Desire to grow within the company

FLSA STATUS:

Nonexempt position Nonexempt employees will receive overtime pay at 1.5 times the calculated hourly rate for time worked more than 40 hours per week.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a fulltime position regular business hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm and 12:30 pm to 4:30 p.m.

LOCATION:

Branford CT In Person

TRAVEL

This position requires up to 5 travel.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:                                                   

• Bachelors degree in human resources education business or a related field is preferred but not required

3 years of experience in human resources in the manufacturing industry.

Additional Information :

Benefits: We offer medical and dental plans (the company pays 83 of the premium for employees and eligible dependents); companysponsored health reimbursement accounts (HRA); Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and/or dependent care companypaid shortterm and longterm disability plans companypaid life insurance and AD&D plan; voluntary vision plan; voluntary pet insurance; voluntary identity theft protection plans; voluntary life and dependent life plans at discounted group rates; a 401k retirement plan with a 4 company match company paid holidays and generous a PTO plan.

Should you meet the above requirements and qualifications and feel like this position seems like a perfect fit for you please submit your resume along with a cover letter including your salary expectations.

BauschStroebels US Headquarters is located in Branford CT 

is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BauschStroebel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

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