HR Coordinator

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a company that has been at the forefront of AI and high-performance data storage innovation for over two decades. DataDirect Networks (DDN) is a global market leader renowned for powering many of the world's most demanding AI data centers, in industries ranging from life sciences and healthcare to financial services, autonomous cars, Government, academia, research and manufacturing.

"DDN's A3I solutions are transforming the landscape of AI infrastructure." – IDC 

“The real differentiator is DDN. I never hesitate to recommend DDN. DDN is the de facto name for AI Storage in high performance environments” - Marc Hamilton, VP, Solutions Architecture & Engineering | NVIDIA 

DDN is the global leader in AI and multi-cloud data management at scale. Our cutting-edge data intelligence platform is designed to accelerate AI workloads, enabling organizations to extract maximum value from their data. With a proven track record of performance, reliability, and scalability, DDN empowers businesses to tackle the most challenging AI and data-intensive workloads with confidence. 

Our success is driven by our unwavering commitment to innovation, customer-centricity, and a team of passionate professionals who bring their expertise and dedication to every project. This is a chance to make a significant impact at a company that is shaping the future of AI and data management. 

Our commitment to innovation, customer success, and market leadership makes this an exciting and rewarding role for a driven professional looking to make a lasting impact in the world of AI and data storage. 

The HR Coordinator will play a vital role in supporting HR processes, ensuring smooth operations, and contributing to employee engagement. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a customer-focused mindset, and a willingness to adapt in a fast-paced environment. This is a hybrid role and you must be able to come into our Corporate office location in Chatsworth, CA at least 4 days a week. 

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support

• Purchase Orders: Open and track purchase orders, ensuring timely processing and adherence to company policies.
• General Support: Assigning employees inquiries to designated groups in organization’s TDX system.
• Audit physical personnel files for accuracy and compliance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Workers' Compensation

• Coordinating with employees, providers, and internal teams to ensure proper documentation.
• Support with compliance with safety and security procedures and actively promote a safe working environment.

Employee Experience

• New Hire Onboarding: Coordinate onboarding tasks with IT/Hiring Managers, arrange new employee gifts, and ensure a positive experience for new employees, collaborate with new hire onboarding as needed.
• On-Site Events: Plan and execute employee engagement activities and events to promote a positive workplace culture.
• Recognition Programs – be the main point of contact for tracking, communication and payments of milestone and Spot/Velocity awards

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Serve as a backup for HR functions to ensure continuity during team absences.

Qualifications and Skills

Experience and Education

• One to three years working as an HR administrative support in a previous company
• High school diploma required; some college coursework preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Customer Service: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate honestly and respectfully at all levels in a collaborative style.
• Professionalism:  Ability to work with confidential information and manage personal information with discretion
• Attention to Detail: Involves the ability to carefully and thoroughly complete tasks with precision and all aspects of the work are accurate
• Systems Knowledge: Previous work experience with Microsoft Office suite especially Word and Excel.

When it's time to unwind and recharge, check out our game room. Whether you're in the mood for a friendly match of ping pong or pool, or prefer to break a sweat on the treadmill, our space offer the perfect balance of relaxation and a recharge. As part of our commitment to employee well-being, we also host bi-weekly payday lunches. And let's not forget, our manufacturing floor is fully air-conditioned, ensuring comfort and productivity even during the busiest of days. At DDN, we believe that a supportive and engaging work environment is the cornerstone of success. Join us and experience the difference firsthand.

Pay range: $20./hr - $25./hr. 

DDN has a very strong orientation towards these 4 characteristics and any successful employee will demonstrate these capabilities: 

Self-Starter - Takes independent action to identify and solve problems. Seeks out relevant information needed to make decisions. Gets involved with new initiatives. 

Success/Achievement Orientation - Delivers quality results consistently. Targets, achieves (or exceeds) measurable results. Sets challenging goals, focuses on critical priorities, and is accountable. 

Problem Solving - Recognizes problems and responds with a systematic assessment that identifies and addresses cause of issue. Practical, realistic, and resourceful. 

Innovative - Builds and improves key business processes that enhance the effectiveness of DDN. Generates new ideas, challenges the status quo, and solves problems creatively.

DataDirect Networks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, sex stereotyping, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.