What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Assistant position at Kapco Inc?
HR Assistant – Kapco Grafton, WI
Are you looking to kick start your HR career with a company that will let you learn multiple areas of HR? If you are driven to succeed with a passion for the professional growth and development of others, our employee-focused company may have the right opportunity for you. Kapco Inc. is looking for a HR Assistant at our Grafton, WI location.
Kapco Core Values: Innovation, Attitude, Integrity, Impact, Accountability, Safety
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As a member of the Human Capital Team you will fill a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the Human Capital department and will be responsible for a wide range of human resource activities. This position will assist and provide support to the team in a variety of activities related to payroll, benefits, onboarding, training records and other HR administrative functions.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist with the day-to-day operations of the Human Capital Team
- Provide support and perform a variety of functions that include but are not limited to payroll, benefits, onboarding, training records, personnel, and safety
- Serve as a resource for employee questions, concerns, requests, and information
- Prepare new hire orientation materials and assist with new hire orientation
- Act as Time Administrator for the company and ensure timesheets are accurate and completed in a timely manner
- Process employment verifications and unemployment insurance documents in a timely manner
- Prepare paperwork for various benefits and leave of absences to include COBRA, FMLA, Worker’s Compensation and ADA regulations
- Fosters and maintains a positive and productive employee relations climate and culture
- Assist in development and implementation of new employee policies and procedures
- Support the Human Capital Team in all areas of HR as needed
- Participates on improvement teams, as needed
- Maintains employee records and file systems
- Complies with all applicable Federal, State and local laws, as pertaining to human resources
- Other duties as assigned
Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or similar discipline
- 1 – 2 years of general human resources experience
Skills and Competencies
Strong verbal and written communication skills- Strong organization and prioritization skills
- Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality
- Thorough knowledge of state and federal employment-related laws and regulations
- Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet and email
Kapco is setting new standards for innovation, efficiency, flexibility and quality in the metal stamping industry. We offer advancement opportunities, a goal-oriented compensation structure, and comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, profit sharing, vacation, paid holidays, an onsite wellness center, complimentary gym membership, and a secure future. As a family-oriented business, we also offer employee passes to the Milwaukee County Zoo, various Milwaukee Museums, Summerfest, State Fair, and local professional sporting events.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
