Human Resources Assistant

At Benchmark, we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth, fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark, your work is purpose-driven, enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. You'll be part of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.

Summary:
Responsible for assisting in daily human resources duties and maintaining specific human resource records including, but not limited to, Personnel Records, Turnover and Transfers/Promotions

Responsibilities:
* Act as a resource to all co-workers
* Assist in monitoring and supporting company policies and procedures and federal/state regulations including, but not limited to, FMLA, ADA, sexual harassment investigations, etc.
* Perform new co-worker orientations and set up new co-workers; Includes card access duties for new and existing co-workers
* Conduct exit interviews with staff to determine if corrective actions may retain valued staff and forward findings to Human Resource Management
* Maintain and assist in developing various reports in the HR Department
* Administer the Service Award Program
* Assist with community events and employee events (company picnic, etc.)
* Assist with recruiting functions
* Schedule interviews and maintain applicant records
* Submit reference, education and background checks
* Assist with the organization and attend job fairs when required
* Maintain coworker files and other HR records
* Support the Affirmative Action Program
* Assist with updating role overviews
* Perform department audits
* May travel to other sites as necessary.

Other information:
* High School Diploma or equivalent; 2+ years of Human Resource experience preferred;
* 2+ years of experience with Microsoft Office
* Intermediate to advanced knowledge of word processing and spreadsheets
* Demonstrate confidentiality
* Demonstrate effective communication, both written and verbal
* Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills
* Ability to work weekends and off-shifts, as needed
* Demonstrate basic knowledge of federal and state employment regulations

Education:

* High School Diploma or equivalent; 2+ years of Human Resource experience preferred

Geographical Location: Minnesota:Rochester

Physical Location: Rochester, MN

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: M-F 0800-1630

Full Time

Compensation Range: $19.21 to $24.01 USD Many factors are considered in compensation decisions, including but not limited to skills, certifications, licensures, experience, training, incumbent data, and other business needs.

Benefits and Other Compensation: Benchmark provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a Bonus Plan, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, all based on scheduled hours. Benchmark complies with applicable state and local employee leave laws.

Application Deadline: This job posting will remain open until filled.

Additional Notices: Benchmark adheres to applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits. This includes, but is not limited to, providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies. Candidates applying for remote work based in Washington state, may obtain PTO eligibility for this position by emailing careers@bench.com.

Export Control: This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such, employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a "U.S. Person" (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or on the Company timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The Company evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion since export license applications can take many weeks to be processed.

In our innovative environment, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark, your career is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to be part of something bigger, where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together, we will achieve extraordinary things.

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We are bringing together a diverse workforce with unique talents, life experiences, cultures, and perspectives to promote an innovative, collaborative, and creative place to work. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at careers@bench.com.