Previous Human Resources experience is required; two or more years is preferred.
Experience with employee relations, HR administration, investigations, attendance, onboarding, or similar HR functions is preferred.
Manufacturing or multi-shift HR experience is preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
Ability to objectively gather and document information is required.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment is required.
Strong understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries is required.
Ability to recognize when an issue requires escalation is required.
Strong organizational and follow-up skills are required.
Ability to interact comfortably with employees and supervisors at all levels is required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn HRIS and timekeeping systems are required.
Ability to consistently work the required weekend and second-shift schedule is required.
Associate or bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred; relevant HR experience may be considered in place of a degree.
PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar HR certification is a plus but not required.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary HR resource during assigned weekend and second-shift hours.
Maintain a visible HR presence on the production floor and regularly check in with employees and supervisors.
Answer routine questions regarding attendance, paid time off, payroll and timekeeping, benefits resources, policies, and HR processes.
Provide supervisors with guidance on established HR policies, attendance, documentation, and routine employee issues.
Assist employees with HR systems, forms, and employment-related needs.
Receive and document employee complaints and workplace concerns.
Conduct preliminary fact-finding, including gathering statements, identifying witnesses, reviewing available information, and documenting timelines.
Assist supervisors with attendance, performance, conduct, and disciplinary documentation.
Address routine employee concerns within established HR guidelines and assigned authority.
Maintain confidentiality, neutrality, and appropriate professional boundaries.
Escalate serious or high-risk matters to the HR Manager, including potential terminations or suspensions, harassment or discrimination concerns, threats or workplace violence, accommodations, protected leave concerns, and other significant employee-relations matters.
Prepare clear documentation and summaries for HR Manager follow-up.
Maintain personnel files and HR documentation.
Assist with I-9 and employee-file audits.
Review attendance, timekeeping, and employee documentation for accuracy and follow-up.
Assist with HRIS updates and employee data maintenance.
Support onboarding and new-hire documentation as needed.
Maintain training records and required HR documentation.
Assist with HR bulletin boards and employee communications.
Support headcount, turnover, attendance, and other HR reporting.
Complete HR projects, audits, and administrative work during available off-shift hours.
Provide consistent HR support across weekend first- and second-shift operations.
Respond to employee and supervisor concerns that arise during assigned hours.
Document significant weekend incidents and actions taken.
Maintain a list of open items requiring additional HR or management follow-up.
Meet with the HR Manager on Monday to review weekend activity, open employee-relations matters, and required next steps.
Provide additional weekday second-shift HR coverage on Monday.
Work adjusted or extended hours when reasonably necessary to address active HR matters.
Desired Qualifications
Two or more years of previous Human Resources experience.
Experience with employee relations, HR administration, investigations, attendance, onboarding, or similar HR functions.
Manufacturing or multi-shift HR experience.
An associate or bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; relevant HR experience may be considered instead.
PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar HR certification.
HR Coordinator - Weekend Shift
Unified Prince · Byron, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-08
Salary: USD 52,000–54,080
Workplace: on_site
Department: Unified Defense
Description
The HR Coordinator – Weekend Shift provides dedicated HR support to Weekend and 2nd Shift employees and supervisors. This position serves as the primary on-site HR resource during assigned off-shift hours and supports employee relations, HR administration, policy guidance, documentation, and employee concerns.
Because this position will regularly work without the HR Manager onsite, the Coordinator must be comfortable working independently, exercising good judgment, maintaining confidentiality, and recognizing when an issue requires escalation.
Who We Are:
Founded in 2016, Unified Defense has been serving our clients with high quality craftsmanship for almost 10 years. From our recent beginnings, to where we are today, serving our customers with superior products has been an unchanging goal for us. Our approach has been passed down for many years, and we are proud to serve both our customers and employees with a foundation in our core values. Without satisfied employees, we can’t serve our customers with the selfless care, ethical nature, and overall integrity we promise. We are proud to maintain an employee-focused company, where our team members feel supported and excited to come to work. We want your confidence and determination to shine in all you do - join our team today!
Location: Byron, GA
Schedule:
Friday–Sunday: 12:00 PM–11:00 PM
Monday: 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
Tuesday–Thursday: Off
Requirements
What You’ll Do:
Employee & Supervisor Support
Serve as the primary HR resource during assigned Weekend and 2nd Shift hours.
Maintain a visible HR presence on the production floor and regularly check in with employees and supervisors.
Provide supervisors with guidance on established HR policies, attendance, documentation, and routine employee issues.
Assist employees with HR systems, forms, and employment-related needs.
Employee Relations
Receive and document employee complaints and workplace concerns.
Conduct preliminary fact-finding, including gathering statements, identifying witnesses, reviewing available information, and documenting timelines.
Assist supervisors with attendance, performance, conduct, and disciplinary documentation.
Address routine employee concerns within established HR guidelines and assigned authority.
Maintain confidentiality, neutrality, and appropriate professional boundaries.
Escalate serious or high-risk matters to the HR Manager, including potential terminations or suspensions, harassment/discrimination concerns, threats or workplace violence, accommodations, protected leave concerns, and other significant employee-relations matters.
Prepare clear documentation and summaries for HR Manager follow-up.
HR Administration & Compliance
Maintain personnel files and HR documentation.
Assist with I-9 and employee-file audits.
Review attendance, timekeeping, and employee documentation for accuracy and follow-up.
Assist with HRIS updates and employee data maintenance.
Support onboarding and new-hire documentation as needed.
Maintain training records and required HR documentation.
Assist with HR bulletin boards and employee communications.
Support headcount, turnover, attendance, and other HR reporting.
Complete HR projects, audits, and administrative work during available off-shift hours.
Weekend HR Coverage & Handoff
Provide consistent HR support across Weekend 1st and 2nd Shift operations.
Respond to employee and supervisor concerns that arise during assigned hours.
Document significant weekend incidents and actions taken.
Maintain a list of open items requiring additional HR or management follow-up.
Meet with the HR Manager on Monday to review weekend activity, open employee-relations matters, and required next steps.
Provide additional weekday 2nd Shift HR coverage on Monday.
Work adjusted or extended hours when reasonably necessary to address active HR matters.
Who You Are:
Previous Human Resources experience required; 2+ years preferred.
Experience with employee relations, HR administration, investigations, attendance, onboarding, or similar HR functions preferred.
Manufacturing or multi-shift HR experience preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to objectively gather and document information.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
Strong understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Ability to recognize when an issue requires escalation.
Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
Comfortable interacting with employees and supervisors at all levels.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn HRIS/timekeeping systems.
Ability to consistently work the required Weekend and 2nd Shift schedule.
Education: Associate or bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Relevant HR experience may be considered in place of a degree.
Certification: PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar HR certification is a plus but not required.
**We kindly ask that applicants refrain from contacting the company directly regarding application status. All updates will be provided through the recruiting team.**
Unified Defense is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.