Human Resources Coordinator

Who We Are

Alene Candles LLC & Midwest is a private label, contract manufacturer that produces high-quality candles for some of the world’s most recognized retail, boutique, and cosmetic brands. With our headquarters in New Hampshire and locations in Ohio, we’ve been in business for over 30 years. We are passionate about making the best products in the world, making safety our number one priority, and being an insanely great place to work.

The Position

The Human Resources Coordinator serves as the first point of contact for our employees when they have questions or need help with their payroll, benefits, policies, or other matters. You will provide high-quality front-line customer service support to staff, managers, and the HR team by serving as a key resource, answering questions, and solving issues related to a variety of services including onboarding, new hire orientation, off-boarding, policies, and procedures, and program administration. 

The Location

We are located at 8860 Smith's Mill Rd, Ste 100, New Albany, OH 43054. This is an onsite position.

Additional Job Details

• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of the HRIS system and employee records, including personnel files, training records, and I-9 forms 

• Collect and complete payroll documentation to support bi-weekly Payroll transactions 

• Prepare for and facilitate new employee orientation 

• Assist in coordination of employee events including Annual Benefits Enrollment, Performance Evaluation, Wellness, and other employee activities 

• Collaborate with other cross-functional team members to resolve employee issues in a thorough and timely manner 

• Must be adaptable and have the ability to flex to off shifts as needed 

• Ability to interact professionally and at multiple levels in the organization 

• Must be results driven with emphasis on keeping commitments 

• Consistently demonstrates highest level of personal ethical conduct 

• Ability to manage and organize multiple priorities 

• Ability to work independently. Self-motivated individual with the desire to succeed and motivate others 

• Critical thinking and problem-solving ability – synthesize findings from analysis and draw conclusions to provide solutions. Identifies and works toward problem resolution. 

• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships and interact in a constructive manner 

• Assist in the administration of programs and processes with third-party vendors and partners 

• Other duties as assigned 

Required Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Human Resource Management, or related field, or equivalent work experience 
• 1-2 years of HR expereince
• Payroll processing experience required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software - Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-CP or PHR a plus
• Multilingual a plus
• Experience working in a fast paced manufacturing or distribution environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Alene offers a host of competitive benefits for full-time employees, some of which include: Medical, Dental, and Vision with a Healthcare Reimbursement Account, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance (100% company paid), Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement and “Alene Gives Back” – our paid volunteer program.

Alene Candles provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Should you require assistance completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact [email protected] or call 614-933-4005 and ask to speak to Human Resources. We will make every effort to accommodate your needs in a reasonable amount of time.