Human Resources Assistant

Job Title: Human Resources Assistant

Location: Houston Headquarters Facility

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: Human Resources

FLSA Status: Temporary/Non-Exempt

Job purpose

The Human Resources Assistant provides administrative and operational support across various Human Resources functions. This position assists with employee records, onboarding and offboarding, benefits administration, recruiting coordination, employee engagement activities, and HR compliance documentation. Support for international Human Resources functionality is required, covering all US, UK and CHF employees of PackGene.

Duties and responsibilities

• Respond to routine employee questions and escalate complex employee relations, policy, or compliance matters to HR leadership.
• Coordinate pre-employment and onboarding activities for new employees.
• Assist with HR audits and documentation requests.
• Assist with talent acquisition process by scheduling interviews, posting ads, etc.
• Support employee separation processes, including termination documentation, exit checklists, benefit notifications, and return of company property.
• Assist with job postings and recruiting administration.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate communication between candidates and hiring managers.
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements, background checks, and new-hire documentation.
• Prepare employee announcements, flyers, surveys, and other internal communications.
• Maintain employee birthday, anniversary, recognition, and engagement calendars.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee, compensation, medical, and other sensitive information.
• Other HR related and/or administrative tasks as needed