HR & Site Operations Specialist

The Opportunity

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR & Site Operations Specialist to support our Los Angeles site. This role is a critical part of maintaining a compliant, efficient, and well-run operation by supporting HR processes while coordinating key site activities.

This position is designed for someone who wants to build a strong foundation in HR and operations, with exposure to employee relations, compliance, and cross-functional business support.

Key Responsibilities but not limited to

Safety & Compliance

• Support adherence to company policies and federal and California labor requirements
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records
• Assist with payroll review and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies
• Support onboarding compliance, including documentation and training completion
• Assist with audits, reporting, and EHS coordination

HR Operations

• Coordinate onboarding and employee set-up processes
• Serve as a first point of contact for general HR inquiries
• Support processes and policy adherence
• Assist with employee engagement activities and training coordination

Procurement & Site Coordination

• Coordinate purchasing requests and track purchase orders (SAP/Ariba)
• Liaise with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve issues
• Maintain documentation for audit and coordinate record retention for the site
• Support cross-functional site needs across Production, Quality, Maintenance, Logistics, and Supply Chain

Site & Administrative Operations

• Coordinate meetings, training, and site events
• Maintain office and site supply inventory
• Ensure shared spaces are organized and operational

What Success Looks Like (6-12 Months)

• Demonstrates strong ownership of coordination and site processes
• Supports accurate payroll, onboarding, and compliance documentation
• Builds strong cross-functional relationships across the site
• Identifies and improves at least 1-2 processes for efficiency
• Begins taking on more complex HR responsibilities with guidance

Qualifications

• You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
• The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in HR support, administrative coordination, or similar role
• Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite

Skills and knowledge

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across functions
• Maintain professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with SAP, Ariba, or similar procurement systems
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments

Salary

$85,000-$104,000 per year

The compensation range reflects the Company's reasonable expectation at the time of posting, considering education, experience, and training.

Benefits

*Competitive healthcare, dental, and vision starting Day One

• One additional week of paid time off on top of vacation

• *401k - Huntsman automatically contributes 6% of eligible pay; company will match $1 for every $1 contributed up to a maximum of 4%
• All unsolicited resumes presented by recruitment agencies are treated as pro bono information or service and will not be compensated.

• Huntsman is aware of scams involving fraudulent job offers.
• We do not make job offers until after a candidate has submitted a job application and has participated in an interview.
• Please be advised that any job offer that requires payment or requires you to deposit a check is likely a scam.

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