Human Resource Assistant

Human Resources Assistant

Pay Rate: $20-$23 per hour
Work Arrangement: Please DO NOT apply if you cannot reliably commute to this location: 435 Metroplex Dr., Nashville, TN 37211.

This position is 100% on-site

Cornell Pump Company is seeking a motivated Human Resources Assistant to join the Nashville, Tennessee team! This role supports a wide range of HR functions and works closely with the HR Department to help deliver services, policies, and programs that foster a safe, positive, and productive workplace.

This position offers hands-on experience in many areas of HR, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, payroll, compliance, and policy implementation.

What You'll Do


* Support day-to-day HR operations.


* Assist with hiring, onboarding, and terminations.


* Post jobs, review candidates, schedule interviews, and coordinate recruiting with hiring managers.


* Maintain employee data in the HRIS system.


* Perform payroll functions, ensuring accurate and timely wage payments.


* Coordinate orientation and training sessions for new hires.


* Support benefits administration, including open enrollment communications.


* Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.


* Respond to employee questions with timely and clear communication.

What We're Looking For


* 1-2 years of HR experience, preferably with a focus on recruitment.


* Knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment law basics.


* Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.


* Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities.


* High level of discretion when handling confidential information.


* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.


* Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

What We Offer

Cornell Pump takes pride in offering competitive pay, advancement opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

We also provide excellent benefits, including:


* PTO & Holidays: Minimum of 2 weeks paid PTO + 10 paid holidays.


* 401(k): Up to 7.5% (3% employer contribution and up to another 4.5% employer matching) based on your contribution thereafter: immediate full vesting


* Medical: Choice of PPO or HDHP with HSA.


* Dental & Vision coverage.


* Pet Insurance


* Company-Paid Coverage: Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability.


* Parental Leave: 2 weeks paid.


* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - company paid.


* Safety Benefits: Up to $250 every 2 years for safety shoes, and up to $250 every 2 years for prescription safety glasses (voucher or reimbursement).


* Additional Voluntary Benefits: Supplemental Life and AD&D insurance.


* Supplemental Health Insurance: hospital, accident, and critical illness insurance

About Cornell Pump Company

For over 77 years, Cornell Pump has been a leader in manufacturing centr...