Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.
As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.
About the job
As a Human Resources (HR) Coordinator at Alfa Laval, you’ll help ensure smooth daily operations across HR processes, from recruitment and onboarding to employee engagement and development. In this role, you’ll coordinate HR activities, maintain accurate employee records, and assist with policy implementation and compliance. You’ll also support internal communication, training programs, and initiatives that promote collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth. We’re looking for someone who is organized, proactive, and passionate about people. You’ll bring attention to detail, a service-minded approach, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with clarity and care.
At Alfa Laval, we believe in pioneering positive impact — and that starts with our people. As HR Coordinator, you’ll help us live our values of team play, exploration, dedication, and respect every day, ensuring our global teams feel supported, connected, and inspired to make a difference.
This is an onsite position in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.
As a part of the team, you will:
- Support day-to-day HR operations, including employee lifecycle activities such as onboarding, contract management, and offboarding.
- Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with local labor laws and company policies.
- Provide first-line support to employees and managers on HR-related queries with clarity and care.
- Coordinate HR projects related to training, well-being, inclusion & diversity, digitalization, and employee engagement.
- Manage the recruitment and onboarding process for operators and technical staff, ensuring quality and efficiency.
- Promote a positive and compliant working culture where employees follow HR processes and policies.
- Organize and participate in events, plant visits and workshops.
- Ensure safety expectations are clearly embedded in onboarding, training, and employee communications.
- Partner with Production Leadership and EHS to support safe work behaviors, incident prevention, and compliance with safety policies and regulations.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to simplify and enhance HR processes.
- Presence on the shop floor is required to attend daily start up meetings with the operations.
- Collaborate within the HR team to align activities and initiatives, working closely with the HR Shared Services Center (HRSC).
- Responsible for maintaining 5S within workspace, keeping the workspace tidy and organized throughout the day and ensuring it is clean at the end of each shift. This supports a healthy and productive environment for all.
- Adheres to all company-wide safety requirements and encourages safe behavior among colleagues. Proactively addresses unsafe actions or conditions in a positive and constructive manner, helping to foster a culture of safety and care.
- Conducts oneself in a considerate, professional, and helpful manner toward fellow employees, customers, vendors, and visitors. This builds trust and strengthens collaboration across the workplace.
- Ensures all actions are in line with Alfa Laval’s policies and procedures, supporting consistency, integrity, and respect for our shared values.
- Occasional local, domestic U.S. or international travel may be required – 5%.
We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioural traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.
What you know:
- Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, preferred with relevant experience, and:
- Minimum of 3 years’ of experience in HR coordination, administration, or similar roles.
- Previous experience in HR roles, preferably in industrial or manufacturing environments a plus
- Strong understanding of HR processes and local employment regulations.
- Experience working with HR systems and data management tools (Workday, Monday board, and ADP).
- Experience working with digitalization systems such as Bright Author a plus.
- Excellent communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR software platforms.
- Willingness to travel up to 5% domestically and internationally
Key Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Collaborative mindset — you enjoy working with others to find solutions.
- Discretion and integrity when handling confidential information.
- Analytical thinking and curiosity to improve processes.
- Adaptability and openness to learning in a global, fast-paced environment.
- Bi-lingual in Vietnamese, Burmese, and/or Spanish a plus
- Proven HR experience, preferably within industrial or manufacturing environments.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage managers and shop-floor employees.
Physical and Environmental Factors:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Occasional attendance on shop floor.
- Shop floor: Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (steel toe boots, safety glasses, and ear plugs).
- Shop floor: Frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.
- Shop floor: The noise level in the work environment is often loud.
At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right. The base salary for this role is typically $25.00 - $30.00/hr.
Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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