2nd Shift HR Admin/Assistant - Distribution Center

Dollar General•Walton, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Assistant supports day-to-day HR operations within a fast-paced distribution center environment. This role provides frontline support to team members and leaders, ensuring accurate HR processes, positive employee experience, and smooth operational workflow. The HR Assistant partners closely with HR leadership, operations leaders, and onsite support teams to maintain compliance, support staffing needs, and reinforce company culture.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–2 years of administrative, HR, or customer service experience (distribution or manufacturing environment preferred).
Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships at all levels.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field.
Experience with HRIS, timekeeping, or applicant tracking systems.
Bilingual skills (e.g., English/Spanish) considered a plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as the first point of contact for HR inquiries related to policies, procedures, and programs.
Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire orientation, paperwork, and I-9 verification.
Assist in coordinating employee engagement activities, recognition programs, and communications.
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Maintain accurate employee records in HR systems and ensure timely updates to personnel files.
Prepare HR documentation such as attendance records, corrective actions, and status change forms.
Monitor timekeeping system accuracy and assist employees with time clock or pay-related questions.
Support HR metrics reporting (turnover, attendance, staffing, etc.).
Partner with Talent Acquisition to schedule interviews, coordinate hiring events, and facilitate candidate communication.
Track staffing levels and assist with seasonal hiring needs in alignment with operational demands.
Support pre-employment processes including background checks, drug screens, and paperwork collection.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company employment policies.
Assist in managing workers’ compensation documentation and coordinating return-to-work procedures.
Support safety initiatives, training record updates, and incident documentation as needed.
Participate in audits and ensure required postings and documentation are maintained.