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Job Title: Human Resources Coordinator

Job Description

The Human Resources Coordinator supports a wide range of HR activities for hourly employees, including recruiting, onboarding, orientation, and administrative HR processes. This role ensures that applicants and employees receive timely, accurate support and that HR documentation and systems remain organized and up to date.

Responsibilities

• Recruit for hourly positions by coordinating candidate outreach, screening, and interview logistics.
• Coordinate interview schedules for applicants, ensuring timely communication with candidates and interviewers.
• Arrange pre-employment processes such as drug screens and physical examinations, and track completion of these requirements.
• Support new hire onboarding by helping conduct orientations and ensuring that new employees receive necessary information and documentation.
• Enter training documentation into Alchemy for non-Alchemy-based trainings and maintain accurate training records.
• Assist with job postings and bids for union roles, including posting openings on a bid board and tracking responses.
• Possibly assist with weekly overtime posting and crewing activities to support staffing needs.
• Provide administrative support to the HR function, including data entry, document management, and recordkeeping.
• Direct employees to the appropriate HR resource or team member for questions, issues, and support.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues to ensure consistent application of HR processes and policies.

Essential Skills

• Experience in human resources, which may include internships or entry-level HR roles.
• Hands-on experience with data entry and maintaining accurate HR records.
• Experience supporting onboarding and orientation processes for new employees.
• Administrative support experience within an HR or office environment.
• Recruiting experience for hourly or similar positions.
• Experience using HRIS systems; familiarity with Workday is preferred but any HRIS experience is required.
• Ability to coordinate multiple schedules and appointments for interviews and pre-employment screenings.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when handling documentation and training records.
• Clear, professional communication skills when interacting with applicants and employees.
• Ability to direct employees to appropriate HR resources and provide courteous, timely assistance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required.
• Experience with Alchemy or similar training documentation systems is an advantage.
• Comfort working in a union environment and supporting union job postings and bid processes.
• Ability to assist with overtime posting and crewing activities.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with common office software and tools used in HR administration.

Work Environment

This position is fully onsite, working five days per week at the facility. The role is office-based and involves frequent interaction with applicants and employees, as well as close collaboration with HR team members. Work is performed using HRIS systems such as Workday, training platforms like Alchemy, and standard office software. The environment is fast-paced and process-driven, with a focus on accurate documentation, timely communication, and consistent support for hourly and union workforce needs. Professional attire appropriate for an HR office setting is expected.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ankeny, IA.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Ankeny,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 3, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.