HR Representative

Huhtamaki•Waterville, ME

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Huhtamaki is a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions, aiming to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. They focus on ensuring the hygiene and safety of food and drink worldwide. The company offers a supportive environment where employees can make an impact and focus on the future. This role is for a Human Resource Representative at the Huhtamaki Plant in Waterville, Maine, supporting employees and managers through strong HR practices, fair policies, and a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable and proactive.

Requirements

2-4 years’ experience in Human Resources
Associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources or relevant experience.
5 years of administrative and clerical experience
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Software
Strong Communications Skills within a Manufacturing Environment
Good communication skills, verbal, non-verbal and written
Must be organized and able to work independently
Ability to prioritize
Multi-tasking skills
Confidentiality
Ability to maintain accuracy while dealing with numerous interruptions
Requires lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs. on a regular basis and occasionally up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day support to employees and managers on a wide range of HR functions including recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, training support, and compliance.
Assist the Human Resources Department in administering various human resource programs such as attendance, employee relations, compensation, records retention, benefits, worker’s compensation, short and long-term disability, recruitment, policies and procedures, employee opinion survey, administration, communications, retirement preparation, and company events.
Ensure compliance with applicable Federal and State labor laws.
Manage absenteeism.
Handle recruitment processes, including developing and placing recruitment ads, working with local schools for training programs, scheduling interviews, and conducting background checks.
Schedule and plan new hire orientations.
Maintain employee record keeping and filing (seniority, pay, addresses, benefits, etc.).
Assist with the administration of various employee health, welfare, EAP, and retirement plans.
Maintain the Internal Bidding system for hourly employees.
Manage hiring processes for full-time and seasonal positions (job advertisement, orientation, Workday, UKG, benefits, background checks, etc.).
Handle headcount reporting.
Provide support during negotiations.
Gather and report Affirmative Action Plan data.
Conduct mass mailings to employees and retirees regarding benefits, etc.
Act as a backup for the HR Specialist.
Perform administrative HR tasks and other duties as assigned.