Human Resources Assistant

Founded in 1888, Caldwell Manufacturing was a fourth-generation, family-owned business with over 130 years of successful history. In 2022, we were acquired by ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in access solutions, which will continue to strengthen our product and solutions for our core business and customers. We are also growing market share by expanding geographically and through product diversification, building on our reputation for providing solutions that set new standards, innovating new products, and embracing our mission of First in Service, Best in Class which defines our approach to our customers. We have a high feedback culture that is guided by our core values. For Caldwell, this means we will lead in ways that engage our employees and create a passion for our mission in a fun and family-oriented environment.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Assistant is responsible for HR support and daily administrative duties. These include, but aren’t limited to: Employee activities, maintain employee files and other HR compliance, assisting with recruiting and onboarding, employee benefits, general employee relations support, and administrative tasks.

Essential Job Functions and Accountabilities

• Assist with the recruiting and onboarding process, including working with temporary agencies, background and pre-employment screenings, conducting orientation, and maintaining employee records in compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Assist with scheduling trainings, meetings, and organizing employee activities, etc.
• Provide support for employee questions, open enrollment, and other HR initiatives.
• Maintains office cleanliness by tidying up the office area, making sure coffee and printing areas are kept clean and stocked, and cleaning out the fridge on a weekly basis.
• Assists employees on resetting their Employee Self Service portal and helping employees to navigate through the app to find what’s needed.
• Assists with special projects and HR initiatives by coordinating with the Social Committee and participating in organizing employee activities.
• Partner with other HR team members to assist in corporate wide programs and implementations.
• Assist with payroll processing for manufacturing site including backup support of time and attendance program and investigating pay issues.
• Maintains the badge creation system for new hires, and troubleshoots badges when employees are experiencing issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Has helpful, professional, courteous interpersonal skills and attitude with genuine concern for resolving issues.
• Excellent computer skills required, including ability to learn new programs.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) is preferred.

Education & Experience:

• 1-2 years of work experience is preferred.

Benefits: 

Why Work With Us?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance eligibility the first day of the month following your hire date, along with company sponsored Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability coverage, with options for Supplemental coverage and Long-Term Disability.  Growth is something we encourage and offer Tuition Assistance program and an Employee Assistance Program. We also offer Pet Insurance, 10 paid holidays, vacation time, and paid sick time. 401(k) options when requirements are met.