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Location: 1 Dixon Square, Chestertown, MD 21620 Shift Hours: 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday Pay Range: $45,000-$60,000 Make the Right Connection—Build Your Career with Dixon! The Dixon Group is looking for a HR Assistant to join our team! We are looking for a proactive, organized, and collaborative Human Resources Assistant to support our growing HR team and champion our company culture. In this role, you will assist with day-to-day HR administrative operations, act as a key support system for the broader team, and help coordinate special projects and company events. If you are a master multitasker who loves bringing people together, solving problems, and keeping the HR department running smoothly, this is the perfect opportunity for you. At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation's heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do:

• Provide high-level support to the HR department and leadership by managing calendars, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, and overseeing office supplies and food deliveries.
• Maintain the absolute accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of digital and physical employee files within our HRIS, while also scanning documents for electronic filing.
• Coordinate a seamless onboarding and offboarding experience for staff, create and reissue employee ID badges, and process UKG password resets.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute internal company events, meetings, and employee engagement activities, including managing invitations, catering, and technology setup.
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits, timecards, leave, safety protocols, and training programs.
• Assist with the research, planning, and rollout of strategic HR initiatives such as updating handbooks, implementing new software, or launching training programs.
• Respond to general administrative inquiries, draft and edit documents, and provide backup coverage to the Receptionist for breaks, lunches, and PTO.

What We're Looking For:

• 2 to 4 years of related working experience in a customer support, HR assistant, clerical, or administrative role.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to manage sensitive, highly confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Strong prioritization, time-management, and problem-solving skills to effectively handle changing priorities and administrative challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Adobe, and Canva; previous experience with HRIS software (like UKG) and project management tools is highly preferred.
• Prior experience in meeting coordination or corporate event planning is a strong plus.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• 401K retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
• Gym reimbursements, and more!

Who We Are: The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

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