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Human Resources Assistant I

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.
Farmington Hills, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Nov 2025

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SEWS — Farmington Hills, Michigan Office (On-site Position) Job Title:Human Resources Assistant I  Basic Purpose: Working closely with the Human Resources Department and the Detroit Office management teams to provide positive HR customer service for the Detroit Office.  Job Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of new hire paperwork and personnel files, including processing all security badges.
  • Supports new hire coordination including scheduling orientation & occasional facilitation.
  • Responsible for maintaining accurate HR records including personnel, benefits files as well as training records.
  • Support CIA programs and ensures data entries are processed in the system in a timely basis.
  • Supports Wellness, Safety, and Social committees. Assists with planning and developing activities such as monthly engagement events, company picnic, holiday luncheon, wellness events, etc.
  • Support on-site activities by scheduling meeting rooms, greeting visitors, ordering meals as necessary. Arranging for guest wi-fi access and security badges as necessary.
  • Maintains and orders supplies for the department; to include service awards & bereavement sympathy gift.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  Qualifications:
  • Associates Degree with 1-3 years of professional experience. (Direct HR experience preferred.) 
  • Team-oriented person with excellent oral and written communication skills. 
  • Ability to manage time and tasks efficiently. 
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills required. 
  • Proficient in MS Office. 
  • Experience with ADP/HRIS database is a plus. 
 About Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) is part of the Sumitomo family of companies, a 400 year old brand with a reputation for quality and reliability.  With the support of facilities throughout North America, SEWS has been delivering innovative solutions to automakers for over 30 years, and is a leading supplier of electrical distribution systems, components and electronics.  SEWS is committed to technical development worldwide and with a global network of resources, is able to deliver a truly competitive advantage to each of our customers.  Our associates are what drive Sumitomo’s continued growth, which is why we proudly offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k) with match, tuition benefits, paid holidays and vacation. To learn more about us, please visit www.sewsus.com. Follow Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric-wiring-systems  About the Sumitomo Electric GroupSince the founding of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. in 1897 with copper wire production, we have developed many new technologies and products through innovative R&D activities based on Sumitomo Electric manufacturing technologies for electric wires and power cables.  With more than 350 subsidiaries worldwide, we continue to introduce a wide variety of products that fulfill the expectations of society, in five business fields: Automotive, Information & Communications, Electronics, Environment & Energy, and Industrial Materials.  We are a Fortune global 500 company.   To learn more about Sumitomo Electric Group, please visit http://global-sei.com. Follow Us on LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric  **Interested Candidates Should Submit Cover Letter when Applying.** 
 An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
   

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