About this role
At Midrex, you will do work that matters alongside people who believe you matter. The work won’t be easy, but it will be worth it. You’ll be part of a great team—with plenty of autonomy—to bring out your best. And you’ll be well compensated and have a best-in-class benefits package. Take a look:
- Competitive benefits effective from Day 1
- Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) matching (up to 6%)
- Profit sharing with 401(k) kicker
- Generous overtime for qualified positions
- 4 weeks of paid vacation
- Tuition reimbursement
- Raffles for professional sports tickets
- Half-day Fridays
- Flexible home/office work practices
- Paid time to volunteer
- Employee recognition awards
Since 1987, Midrex has been the world leader in direct reduction technology, offering the best proven method for decarbonization in the iron and steel industry available today. Our rapid growth is transforming the steel industry and our planet. And none of it would be possible without our people, who bring vision, compassion, and extraordinary expertise to this work every day. So, if you’re looking to do big work in a small-team environment, Midrex is just the place for you.
Qualifications
The HR Coordinator serves as a key member of the People & Culture team, supporting employees and managers throughout the full employee lifecycle. This entry level role provides administrative and operational support across onboarding, HR systems, benefits, recruiting coordination, learning administration, employee programs and HR compliance activities.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail oriented, customer focused, and eager to build a career in Human Resources. This position offers broad exposure to multiple HR disciplines and opportunities for professional growth while helping to deliver an exceptional employee experience.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Onboarding & Orientation Coordination
- Coordinate all onboarding activities, including offer acceptance workflows, background checks, I9 completion, and system access requests.
- Prepare onboarding schedules, materials, and communications for new hires.
- Organize new hire orientation logistics (room setup, technology, presenters, materials), ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience.
- Serve as a point of contact for new hires during preboarding and onboarding activities.
Recruiting Coordination
- Schedule interviews and manage communication between candidates, hiring managers, and recruiters.
- Support candidate travel arrangements when needed.
- Maintain job postings and applicant tracking system data accuracy.
Benefits Administration
- Support benefits enrollment, changes, and employee inquiries.
- Assist with annual open enrollment, including communications and logistics.
- Coordinate with benefits vendors and internal partners to resolve employee issues.
- Maintain benefits documentation and ensure timely processing of updates.
Employee Experience & HR Operations
- Maintain employee files and ensure compliance with document retention requirements.
- Support HR audits and compliance initiatives.
- Assist with HR communications, employee events, and special projects as needed.
- Assist with employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and company events.
- Provide exceptional service to employees and managers across all HR functions.
HRIS & Data Management
- Maintain accurate employee data in the HRIS, including new hires, job changes, terminations, and personal information updates.
- Run scheduled and ad hoc HR reports; support data audits and data integrity initiatives.
- Assist with system workflows, troubleshooting, and user support.
- Assist HR leadership with system enhancements, testing activities, and process improvement initiatives.
LMS Administration
- Maintain the Learning Management System, including course assignments, tracking, and reporting.
- Support compliance training administration and follow up.
- Assist with uploading content, managing user access, and troubleshooting issues.
Leave of Absence (LOA) Coordination
- Assist with coordinating leave of absence processes, documentation, and employee communications.
- Maintain leave records and track leave status updates.
- Partner with HR team members, managers and third party administrators to ensure accurate documentation and timely communication.
Skills/Abilities:
Required:
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field, required.
- HR certification, coursework or progress toward SHRM CP or PHR certification, preferred.
Preferred:
- Minimum 1 year of HR, administrative, internship, or customer service experience.
- Exposure to HRIS platforms such as Paycom, Workday, UKG, SAP SuccessFactors, BambooHR, or similar systems.
- Experience supporting onboarding, benefits administration, recruiting, or employee programs.
- Exposure to multi site or global HR environments.
Travel REQUIREMENTS:
- None
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 10 pounds at times.
Other duties:
Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Midrex is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Midrex will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the People and Culture department.