Human Resource Assistant Internship Jobs in Colorado

Description

Are you looking for a career that will offer professional growth and career progression at one of the country's leading infection prevention companies?  If so, MicroCare LLC is looking for you to join our team as a PART-TIME Human Resource Generalist. 

At MicroCare, we excel in developing cleaning, coating, lubricating, and infection prevention fluids tailored for diverse applications across the medical, dental, and veterinary sectors. Our commitment to innovation has led us to pioneer numerous environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions, addressing both regulatory requirements and the evolving needs of our customers in hygiene maintenance.

We are a company with heart. At all our facilities across the globe, we work in a cheerful, inclusive, and collaborative environment where we respect, encourage, and support our customers, our suppliers and each other. We like to laugh; have fun and make a positive impact. 

MicroCare, LLC offers competitive salaries and benefits: Medical, Dental, Disability, 401k plan, Holiday and Paid Time Off. Come join us and be a part of our team in an engaging environment that offers a work-life balance with an opportunity to grow.  This position is located in Commerce City, CO with a schedule of 24 hours per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Serve as a first point of contact for employee inquiries related to benefits, payroll, attendance, and HR policies; provide timely and accurate information or escalate as needed.

2. Address and document employee relations issues, serving as liaison in communication and conflict resolution.

3. Maintain HR files, records, and systems in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements; support audits as needed.

4. Assist with HR reporting, timekeeping reviews, policy updates, and other administrative tasks as assigned. 

5. Assist with tracking training certifications, liaise with external DOT training vendors, enforce safety protocols, and support Plant Manager on regulatory matters (OSHA) compliance.

6. Provide recruitment support with scheduling and feedback, acting as a liaison between hiring managers, HR Manager and Connecticut HR team.

7. Partner with Payroll Specialist to ensure time-card submissions are timely and accurate.

8. Prepare and facilitate onboarding orientation, manage new hire paperwork, schedule mandatory safety training (PPE, chemical handling), ensuring compliance and oversee all onboarding documentation is accurate, complete and compliant in Paylocity HRIS.

9. Support performance review process, distribute bonus letters, and support salary benchmarking and administration. 

10. Partner with Managers in safety training selections, scheduling, execution and documentation.

11. Support tasks related to employee discipline, involuntary terminations, performance improvement plans, employee claims, investigations and employee relations counseling under guidance of HR management.

12. Support HR initiatives that promote a positive workplace culture; assist with employee communication, documentation, and follow-up on HR-related concerns.

13. Plan, organize, and support company events, celebrations, and employee engagement activities; manage logistics, communication, and vendor coordination.

14. Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES/EXPERIENCE: 

Working knowledge of recruiting, onboarding, benefits, payroll and employee relations

Understanding of basic employment law and compliance (FLSA, EEOC, ADA FMLA and state regulations

Strong HRIS proficiency, data entry, audits, reports and employee records management

Process oriented mindset with strong critical thinking abilities

Ability to professionally interact with all levels of staff, maintaining high levels of confidentiality

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The job requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

3+ years of Human Resource experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment

Bachelor's degree or HR Certification, SHRM training

Working knowledge of Colorado employment law, guidelines etc.

Demonstrated proficiency with HR systems and technology including MS Office, HRIS and Payroll systems

Strong communication skills, written and spoken

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

ERP skills and working knowledge of Paylocity

Bi-lingual Spanish

Previous work experience in a chemical manufacturing environment

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATIONS: 

Continuous sitting, and continuous keyboard use/repetitive hand motion