Human Resource - Specialist

Human Resources Specialist - Full-Time (Day-Shift) - From $20-$25 an hour
TORCHSTAR CORP is the leading distributor of the lighting industry and a full spectrum illumination solution provider in the U.S. As a provider of customized supply chain solutions, the company serves customers in many B2B and B2C market segments including industrial lighting, commercial lighting, remodeling, residential lighting, and specialty lighting. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Los Angeles, TORCHSTAR serves over 8,000,000 customers through a footprint of 1700+ professional products.
Description
The Human Resource Specialist will administer the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.
Responsibilities

• Assists with the administration of compensation and benefit plans.
• Assist in talent acquisition and recruitment processes.
• Schedule, administer, and execute new co-worker orientation and onboarding.
• Assist HR Manager and training department with training initiatives, including scheduling, conducting, coordinating, and ensuring compliance with training initiatives.
• Support co-workers in various HR-related topics such as leave of absence (LOA) and disability coordination. Work with payroll to accurately compensate our co-workers on LOA.
• Promote HR programs to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Human Resource policies.
• Manage annual performance management process under the direction of HR Manager. Ensure compliance amongst management for both quarterly and annual performance.
• Assist Talent Acquisition Specialist in gathering and analyzing data with useful HR metrics, like time to hire and employee turnover rates.
• Maintain co-worker files and records in electronic and paper form.
• Enhance job satisfaction by resolving issues promptly, advocating for the proper use of perks and benefits, and assisting in organizing team-building activities.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in Human Resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Performs other duties as required by Supervisor or Manager
• Follows all company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Preferred).
• At least two years of distributing industry experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• SHRM-CP experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• High ethical conduct.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Troubleshoot problems and report issues.
• Must work well in a team environment.
• Experience working in a multi-cultural environment.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Employee Discount
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Referral program

Schedule
Monday - Friday (8:00 am - 4:30 pm)