HR Specialist

Harris Rebar - Milford, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Milford, MA

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The HR Specialist at Nucor is responsible for coordinating and executing various HR functions, including benefits administration, leave of absence management, and workers' compensation. This role emphasizes safety and requires the specialist to uphold safety policies while providing HRIS support and guidance to users. The HR Specialist will also manage employee benefit programs and champion wellness initiatives, ensuring compliance with multi-state leave laws and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute division benefits and leave of absence management.
• Administer workers' compensation and implement wellness initiatives.
• Provide HRIS support and guidance to users.
• Oversee employee benefit programs including medical, dental, life, and disability plans.
• Develop open enrollment communication strategies with regional HR teams.
• Champion wellness initiatives and prepare materials for monthly meetings.
• Manage leave of absence programs and coordinate with regional benefit administrators.
• Maintain the Product Group HRIS/Timekeeping system for data integrity.
• Oversee HRIS support tickets and ensure timely resolution.
• Provide guidance on employee relations issues and policy interpretation.
• Act as backup to Payroll Administrator during absences or heavy workloads.
• Manage the Student Scholarship Program.
• Perform workers' compensation reporting and manage claims.
• Coordinate Service of Process notices for timely administration.
• Produce HR metric reports and support ad-hoc reporting requests.
• Perform other related duties in support of HR and business needs.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline with a minimum of 5 years' experience in an HR role.
• Extensive experience with web-based human resources platforms.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with reporting capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with SAP/Success Factors.
• Working knowledge of Dayforce (Ceridian) HR/Payroll Web Application.
• Benefits administration experience.
• Experience working in a multi-state HR support environment.
• Experience in manufacturing or construction HR support environment.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurances
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401k and Stock Purchase Plan with Employer Match
• Nucor Profit Sharing
• College Tuition Reimbursement for employees and spouses
• College Tuition Scholarship program for children of teammates