HR Coordinator

About The Company

Nazdar has been in business for over 100 years and is one of the leading ink manufacturers for screen and wide-format inkjet printing. Nazdar manufactures the most comprehensive selection of UV, water-based, and solvent-based screen printing inks, flexographic inks, and wide-format digital inks obtainable from a single source. Nazdar inks are primarily used by printers in the Point of Purchase (POP), Banner, Container, Industrial, Metal, Nameplate- Membrane Switch, Roll Label, Sign, and Textile decorating markets.

About The Job

The HR Coordinator will primarily support our Manufacturing team located in Shawnee, KS, while also handling the day-to-day activities and operations of the Human Resources department. This includes recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, learning and development, performance management, policy implementation, workforce planning, employee engagement, satisfaction and retention, and employment law compliance. 

Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of Nazdar’s policies and programs.
• Ensure continuous communication and support with department managers and employees to keep HR accessible and responsive to their needs.
• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates.
• Review resumes and applications, conduct initial phone screens or interviews, and assess candidates' qualifications and fit for the role.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews with hiring managers, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.
• Administer the onboarding process for new hires, including preparing offer letters, conducting orientation sessions, and ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed.
• Manage contracts, invoices, and communication with recruiting platforms such as LinkedIn and Indeed.
• Maintain employee status changes, promotion letters, transition letters, rate changes, etc.
• Help oversee and create job descriptions to attract talented candidates.
• Compile exit information for terminating employees, conduct exit interviews, and report on trends.
• Conduct stay interviews, report on feedback, and provide suggestions for areas of improvement to managers.
• Monitor changes in employment practices laws and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Report on metrics surrounding recruitment and employee engagement.
• Address employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits.
• Provide guidance, advice, and counsel on all employee relations matters to hiring managers. Support the investigation and proposed resolution of employee relation issues and complaints.
• Conduct internal and external benchmarks, provide salary recommendations and ensure internal equity.
• Provide recommendations and assist in documentation as well as delivery of disciplinary procedures.
• Assist in monitoring employee performance and the annual review process.
• Execute employee engagement activities and promote a positive company culture.
• Coordinate staff training sessions, workshops, and development programs.
• Maintain employee records and documentation.
• Assist with other HR related projects as assigned by the Director of Human Resources.

Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in business or human resources preferred or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of human resources experience, preferably in recruiting or talent acquisition.
• HR experience supporting a manufacturing, distribution or warehouse environment is highly preferred.
• Solid understanding of labor laws, rules and regulations associated with HIPAA, FMLA and other employment laws.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office (primarily TEAMS, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Must be computer literate with the ability to learn new software applications.
• PHR/SPHR and/or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
• Excellent written communication skills. Excellent follow-through, time management and prioritization skills.
• Superior communication skills, with comfort in communicating with all levels of professionals, both on the phone and in person. Ability to effectively communicate at all
• Levels in the organization. Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Must be a team player, collaborator, and able to effectively network at all levels.

Here’s What’s In It For You

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values our employees and offers a competitive pay and benefits package, an encouraging, supportive environment with training, professional development, recognition programs, and career growth opportunities. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, flexible spending account options, paid short-term and long-term disability, paid time off, and paid Company holidays.

We believe that people will always be the heart of our success. That is why we truly value our employees and work to inspire them. When these two powerful elements intersect in a workplace people do extraordinary things.  

We are committed to delivering a work experience that is rewarding and fun, and are proud to have one of the longest-tenured staff in the industry. We invite you to bring your skills and expertise to our team and supply the fuel for growth.

If this sounds like you, let us know. We cannot wait to meet you!