Human Resources (HR) Assistant

Maxxima is seeking an organized, detail-oriented HR Assistant to support our Human Resources department and help create an exceptional employee experience. Reporting directly to the HR Manager, this role provides hands-on experience across recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, HR technology, employee engagement, and compliance.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in human resources while making a meaningful impact within a collaborative and employee-focused environment.

This is a full-time onsite position based in Hauppauge, NY, Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Limited travel to our Lake Park, FL location may be required on an as needed basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support recruiting activities, including job postings, resume screening, phone screens, interview scheduling, and ATS maintenance
• Coordinate new hire onboarding, orientation, and employment documentation
• Maintain knowledge of laws related to company policies and procedures
• Assist with benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee inquiries
• Support performance reviews, employee training, and compliance initiatives
• Maintain employee records and status changes in the HCM system
• Generate HRMS reports, analytics, workflows, and dashboards as needed
• Research HR tech, trends, and best practices to enhance efficiency
• Coordinate company events, employee programs, and HR projects
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Provide clerical and administrative support to the HR department
• Perform additional HR duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Associate's degree required. Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field preferred
• 2 years of HR or administrative support experience
• Basic understanding of labor laws and HR best practices
• Experience supporting recruiting, onboarding, and/or benefits administration
• Experience with HRIS, HRMS, or HCM platforms preferred; Paylocity experience a plus
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and data
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to build positive working relationships and communicate effectively with employees at all levels
• Maintain a results driven approach to resolving HR matters
• Demonstrated integrity with the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Why Join Us:

• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing eligibility
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plus paid volunteer day
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and healthcare concierge services
• Employee discounts on Maxxima products
• Discounts on concerts, movies, and theater events
• Company-sponsored employee events

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000

Maxxima is a leading manufacturer and supplier of LED lighting technologies with divisions focused in the home lighting and heavy-duty truck markets. We have been in business for over 40 years and we are consistently growing as both the construction and transportation industries continue to depend on us for our innovative, high-quality products. As our company grows, our team is growing right along with it.

Visit our careers page to learn more about our company and apply to join our team!

Maxxima is a division of Panor Corp. We are an equal opportunity employer. Panor Corp. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to actual or perceived race, creed, color, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information (including genetic predisposition), age, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other group protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, assignment of duties, benefits, promotion, discipline, harassment, training, compensation, leave of absence, layoff and termination.