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Job Description
HR Coordinator (Temporary) – Recruiting & Onboarding Focus
Location: Lebanon Junction, Kentucky
Full-Time | 3-5 month assignment
Who We Are -Sheridan Lebanon Junction, a CJK Company, provides high-quality publication and book printing services. Our talented teams and strong capabilities transform ideas into results. With continued growth ahead, we’re looking for an enthusiastic HR professional with a strong background in recruiting to join our team.
Job Summary
The Human Resources Coordinator provides hourly, administrative, and front-line support to the Human Resources function in a manufacturing environment, with a primary focus on recruitment coordination, onboarding, and employee support. This role serves as a key point of contact for applicants and new hires, supports HR processes and systems, and assists the HR Manager with daily HR operations. The HR Coordinator role is hands-on, detail-oriented, and highly interactive with the production workforce. This is a temporary part-time or full-time assignment.
Duties/Responsibilities
Recruitment & Onboarding Support
- Support full cycle recruitment for hourly production and administrative roles, including job postings, applicant tracking, phone screens, interview scheduling, and candidate communications.
- Coordinate pre-employment activities such as background checks, drug screens, and employment eligibility verification (I-9)
- Prepare and process new hire paperwork and onboarding documentation
- Schedule and coordinate new hire orientation and first-day activities
- Serve as a point of contact for applicants and new hires throughout the hiring and onboarding process
- Identify opportunities to improve HR workflows and communication
- Help standardize recruiting, onboarding, and employee-facing processes
HR Administration & Employee Support
- Maintain accurate employee personnel files in electronic and paper formats
- Assist employees with basic HR questions related to policies, procedures, benefits program, timekeeping, and onboarding requirements
- Maintain accurate HRIS data and support audits and reporting needs
- Assist with timecard review and payroll-related administrative tasks
Compliance & Documentation
- Ensure completion and proper filing of required employment documentation
- Assist in managing workers’ compensation claims and leave administration
- Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and internal policies
- Coordinate required training while tracking training completion, certifications, and required documentation
Engagement, Safety & Plant Support
- Assist with employee communications, bulletin boards, and engagement initiatives
- Support HR presence on the production floor by interacting regularly with employees across shifts
- Promote safety policies and assist with safety committee activities as assigned
- Support company values and a respectful, inclusive workplace culture
General HR Support
- Assist the HR Manager with special projects, audits, and HR initiatives
- Ensure HR administrative tasks are completed accurately and on time
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required
- 3 years of recruitment and/or HR support experience in a manufacturing environment
- Exceptional communication skills with a customer-focused approach
- Strong organization, follow-up, and time management skills
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professionalism
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic HR systems
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred
- Strong recruiting and onboarding experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and HRIS platforms
- Exposure to benefits administration or leave management
- HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) or interest in pursuing one
- Bilingual – fluent in English and Spanish is a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer
- Frequent movement throughout production and office areas
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally
- Ability to interact comfortably in a plant-floor environment
Schedule & Travel Requirements
- Schedule may vary to align with production shifts and onboarding needs
- Minimal travel
Sheridan is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation to apply for employment, please contact the HR team at sljhrteam@sheridan.com.
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Key Responsibilities
Support full cycle recruitment for hourly production and administrative roles
Coordinate pre-employment activities such as background checks and I-9 verification
Prepare and process new hire paperwork and onboarding documentation
Maintain accurate employee personnel files and HRIS data
Assist employees with HR questions regarding policies, benefits, and timekeeping
Ensure completion and proper filing of required employment documentation
Assist with workers’ compensation claims and leave administration
Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Assist with employee communications and engagement initiatives
Support HR presence on the production floor and promote safety policies
Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Skills Required
Microsoft OfficeHRIS platformsApplicant tracking systemsCommunicationOrganizationTime managementAttention to detailConfidentialityProfessionalismCustomer-focused approachBenefits administrationLeave managementSpanish language proficiency
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