Department Specialist - HR Onboarding

Albertsons Companies • Methuen, MA

2d • $23 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Department Specialist supports daily HR operations with a primary focus on new hire onboarding, orientation, associate experience, compliance, and HR administration. This position partners with Operations, Safety, Payroll, and Talent Acquisition to ensure a seamless onboarding experience while maintaining compliance with company policies and employment regulations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
• Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree preferred
• Two (2) years of Human Resources, Recruiting, Administrative, or related experience preferred
• HRIS experience preferred
• Distribution center, warehouse, or union environment experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate all new hire onboarding and orientation activities.
• Complete and maintain new hire documentation, personnel files, and HR records while ensuring confidentiality.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company onboarding requirements.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and Operations to support hiring and onboarding efforts.
• Respond to associate questions regarding HR policies, payroll, benefits, attendance, and company programs.
• Support employee engagement activities, recognition programs, and HR initiatives.
• Assist with recruiting events, interview scheduling, and hiring events.
• Prepare HR reports and maintain onboarding and compliance metrics.
• Coordinate new hire safety orientation and maintain required training records.
• Provide administrative support for HR processes, investigations, leave administration, and other HR functions as assigned.

Benefits

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging
• Competitive Wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development.
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Vacation / Paid Time Off
• medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• sick pay
• PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off
• paid holidays
• bereavement pay
• retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED