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About us

KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.

Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.

HR Coordinator – Distribution Center and Contact Center

About the role

The HR Coordinator provides essential administrative and operational support to the Human Resources function, ensuring day to day HR processes run smoothly, accurately and in compliance with company policies and employment laws. This role will serve as a point of contact for associates, addressing questions and providing directions as needed.

The impact you can have

• Manage new hire onboarding and offboarding processes; communicate required steps and information
• Prepare materials for new hire orientation and information sessions and support the facilitation of those presentations
• Maintain i-9 compliance
• Maintain associate records in Workday and process employee changes to keep data current
• Cover HR Hours servicing the DC hourly population as scheduled to assist associates
• Maintain the HR DC Lobby Library – ensure communications and resources are updated and timely
• Prepare associate change letters (promotions, equity, title changes, lateral moves) and partner with leaders to finalize approvals
• Assist the HR team with Performance and Development and Talent Strategy key milestones and sessions (including creating the documents, scheduling the meetings and updating files accordingly) for the Distribution and Contact Center
• Plan and execute engagement activities for the Distribution Center population
• Schedule and reserve meeting locations for various DC associate activities such as small group meetings
• Manage the OSHA injury log and unemployment claim processes
• Pull reporting from Workday as requested
• Support ad hoc HR projects and events as needed
• Support Distribution Center business initiatives as assigned
• Maintain a positive, friendly, and approachable presence with Distribution Center, Contact Center and Corporate associates by actively seeking opportunities to connect

You’ll bring to the role

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration or a related field preferred
• 1-2 years of experience as an HR Coordinator or Assistant or relevant internship experience
• Basic understanding of HR functions and best practices
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt and prioritize in a fast-paced environment with shifting deadlines
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High computer literacy with capabilities including Outlook, MS Office and related business and communication tools, experience in Workday is a plus

Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.  
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities. *  
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)* 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off – paid time off & holidays*
• On-site:  This position works on-site 5 days per week consistent with the needs of the business at our Distribution Center in Etna, Ohio

*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

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Location:

Ascena Corp ETNA-ascena-Pataskala, OH 43062

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.