Human Resources Coordinator

S&S Activewear – (Middleborough, MA) 

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ABOUT US 

S&S Activewear is a leading North American, tech-enabled specialty distributor of imprintable apparel, including t-shirts, fleece, athletic wear, headwear, workwear, scrubs and accessories. We pride ourselves on being the “critical link” that enables our 100+ brand partners such as Adidas, Columbia and Gildan to reach our hyper-fragmented base of customers, comprised of apparel decorators, eRetailers and promotional products distributors that embellish apparel items for diverse end consumer use cases (e.g., everyday wear, concerts, fitness attire, life events, team sports, etc.). At S&S, we differentiate in the market through a customer service focus, strategic product portfolio, world-class distribution infrastructure, a collaborative growth culture and a relentless focus on technology and innovation. 

Our success has compounded since the Company’s humble beginnings in 1988 as a regional t-shirt distributor to a leading, multi-billion-dollar value-added distribution platform that drives market penetration for our suppliers while enabling the growth, operations and fulfillment for a diverse range of customers across channels and business sizes.  We strive to be the apparel distributor of choice while inspiring and fostering growth for customers, employees and suppliers through our core values of service, deep relationships, innovation, continuous improvement and accountability. 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

The Human Resources Coordinator will perform recruiting and administrative tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the organization’s human resources department. All S&S Activewear employees must adhere and enforce the guidelines presented in the S&S Activewear Employee Handbook. 

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION 

Full-Time, Monday-Friday (8:00AM - 5:00PM)  

Salaried: $55,000-$60,000 (based on experience)

ONSITE: 154 Campanelli Drive - Middleborough, MA 02346

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your life, health, and future. Benefits begin 0–90 days after hire and include Vacation, Personal, and Sick time; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage; Flexible Spending Accounts; and a 401(k) plan. You’ll also enjoy discounts on brand‑name apparel, fun employee events, and meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement. Join a company that invests in you from day one.

WHAT YOU WILL DO 

• Assists with job posting process, screening applications, selecting qualified candidates, and scheduling interviews.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations and the adherence of company policies.
• Supports employee relations and issue resolution process.
• Conducts or assists with all aspects of new hire onboarding and orientation. 
• Maintains accurate and up to date human resources files, records, and documentation. 
• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior level HR staff. 
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of employee or employee related information, human resources file and records. 
• Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately. 
• Provides clerical support to the HR Department.
• Alerts supervisors when discipline needs to be issued and follows up to ensure proper attendance disciplinary steps are taken.
• Assists with payroll functions including daily timecard monitoring, daily attendance tracking and corrective action processing, answering employee questions, fixing processing errors, and distributing checks. 
• Assists with events such company celebrations. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build positive rapport with employees.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Prior experience in Human Resources, Recruiting or related office experience. 
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll management, human resources information system (HRIS), Microsoft office suite.
• Office and/or similar computer applications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Associates or bachelor’s degree.
• Two or more years of Human Resources related experience.
• Knowledge of labor and employment laws.
• Ability to speak English/Creole/Portuguese is a plus

Preferred Experience 

• Experience with HR databases and Applicant Tracking Systems - Paylocity experience is a Plus
• Experience utilizing the latest sourcing tools and methods (Internet search, Indeed, Chrome and browser extensions, Social Media, etc.)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT 

This job operates in both a professional office environment and warehouse environment. It entails routine use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets, etc.). There are times where the person within this position will need to work in our warehouse to be available to personnel and may hear honking from equipment utilized in the warehouse. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer utilizing full dexterity of all fingers. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time. Must be comfortable and able to access and navigate each department at the warehouse facility. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

S&S Activewear welcomes people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating a diverse culture and supporting human growth. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We conduct business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer, and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons. S&S participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

This job offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.