What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Coordinator position at Hydro?
Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.
What we offer you
- Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
- Education Assistance
- Bonus Plan Eligibility
- Parental Leave
Job Summary
The HR Coordinator provides administrative and operational support to the HR team at a unionized or non-unionized manufacturing facility, ensuring the smooth execution of HR processes, compliance, employee relations, and workforce administration. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate employee records, supporting onboarding, assisting in labor relations documentation and employment laws. The HR Coordinator serves as the first point of contact for employee inquiries and assists with benefits administration, compliance tracking, and HR reporting.
What will make you successful?
Required Education/Experience:
- Minimum One (1) year of HR administrative experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Familiarity with HR policies, labor laws (FMLA, OSHA, FLSA, ADA).
- Proficiency in HRIS, payroll systems (e.g., Kronos, ADP, Workday), and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities while maintaining compliance.
- Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to HR support functions.
- SHRM-CP, or PHR, preferred.
What you will be doing
- Provide administrative support to the HR department, including filing, data entry, and managing HR-related correspondence.
- Maintain and update employee records, personnel files, and compliance documentation in accordance with CBA and labor laws.
- Ensure HR documentation and policies align with union agreements, OSHA, FMLA, FLSA, ADA, and other federal/state regulations.
- Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive employee data in accordance with company policies and labor laws.
- Assist in coordinating job postings, screening candidates, and scheduling interviews where appropriate.
- Support the onboarding process, ensuring new hires receive HR policy training, benefits enrollment assistance and are properly set up in HR systems and have access to necessary resources.
- Serve as initial point of contact for employee inquiries, assisting with HR policies, benefits,
- Assist with benefits enrollment, eligibility tracking, and open enrollment processes.
- Provide guidance to employees on health insurance, retirement plans, and company-sponsored benefits.
Equal opportunities
Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.
If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at recruiting.north.america@hydro.com