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HR Specialist

Usa_pa_red Lion Road, PAOnsiteFull TimePosted 3 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • HR Specialist
  • Recruitment
  • Staffing
  • Employee Relations
  • Policy Interpretation
  • Benefits Administration
  • Timekeeping
  • Compliance
  • HR Reporting
  • HRIS

Nice to have

  • unionized environment
  • manufacturing environment

Role summary

PCI Pharma Services is seeking an HR Specialist in Philadelphia, PA, to support human resources initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on key HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, policy interpretation, benefits administration, timekeeping, compliance, reporting, and training support. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of 2 years of HR generalist or specialist experience, and proficiency in HRIS systems like Workday and MS Office. Experience in a unionized or manufacturing setting is preferred. This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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Position Title: HR Specialist

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Shift: 1st Shift

The HR Specialist plays a critical role in supporting and executing human resources initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on one or more key functional areas while providing expert-level support to managers, supervisors, and employees. The HR Specialist ensures that HR programs are effectively delivered to support production goals and foster a safe, productive, and compliant workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Recruitment & Staffing: Partner with hiring managers to support recruitment and selection processes for hourly and salaried roles, including job posting, screening, scheduling interviews, and onboarding.

  • Employee Relations: Serve as a first point of contact for employee concerns, conduct initial investigations into employee complaints or policy violations, and escalate issues as appropriate.

  • Policy Interpretation & Communication: Provide guidance to employees and supervisors on HR policies and practices, ensuring consistent application and legal compliance.

  • Benefits Administration: Support employees with questions about health, retirement, leave, and wellness programs; coordinate open enrollment activities and assist in benefits troubleshooting.

  • Timekeeping & Attendance: Review and audit timecards; coordinate with payroll to ensure accurate compensation.

  • Compliance: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of labor laws, OSHA requirements, and internal policies; support HR audits and compliance activities.

  • Reporting & Analysis: Generate HR metrics and reports to support workforce planning, headcount tracking, turnover analysis, and diversity reporting.

  • Training Support: Assist in coordinating employee training sessions and tracking training completion.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.

  • Minimum of 2 years of HR generalist or specialist experience, preferably in a unionized or manufacturing environment.

  • Working knowledge of labor regulations (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC) and HR best practices.

  • Proficient in HRIS systems (e.g., Workday,) and MS Office applications.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust across all levels.

  • High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Working Conditions:

  • Primarily office-based, with regular interaction on the plant floor.

  • Exposure to a unionized or hourly workforce and shift-based operations.

  • May require occasional support outside regular business hours for critical operational needs.

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.

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