Human Resources Associate
About The Position
The Human Resources Associate provides administrative support to the HR team in recruiting, onboarding, employee communications, recordkeeping, and employee engagement. Reporting to the Human Resources Director, this role coordinates day-to-day department activities, responds to routine employee inquiries, and assists with departmental programs and initiatives while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. The position offers exposure to a range of people-related processes and is suited to someone interested in developing a foundation for future growth in human resources. The role has no direct reports. The associate may assist the Human Resources Director with administrative aspects of employee relations, performance management, and HR initiatives. Work is primarily performed in an office environment without substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions, though the employee must be able to navigate facility, warehouse, and exterior areas and wear required PPE as needed. The position is scheduled Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend or evening work, and may require flexible hours and some local travel to pick up food orders and supplies for employee events.
Requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time-management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Familiarity with employment-related laws and regulations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficiency with, or ability to quickly learn, the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
- Ability to reliably commute to and from work for the scheduled shift.
- Ability to work flexible hours at times to meet organizational needs.
- Some local travel is required to pick up food orders and supplies for employee events.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Ability to navigate all facility areas, including offices, warehouse areas, and the exterior perimeter.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment as necessary.
- Ability to stand, sit, and carry out tasks throughout a full shift, with appropriate meal breaks.
- Physical ability to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, and crouch as needed.
- Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds independently and heavier objects with reasonable accommodations.
- Visual acuity sufficient to perform job duties accurately.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Prior office, administrative, customer service, or HR internship experience.
- Manufacturing experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist with recruitment, including scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, and coordinating the hiring process.
- Coordinate pre-employment requirements, including physicals, drug screens, background checks, and new-hire paperwork.
- Support new-hire onboarding and orientation activities.
- Maintain employee records, files, and HRIS data accurately and confidentially.
- Respond to routine employee questions about company policies, benefits, payroll, and HR procedures, referring complex or sensitive matters to the Human Resources Director.
- Prepare and distribute employee communications about milestones, recognition programs, announcements, and HR initiatives.
- Coordinate employee engagement activities, including holiday meals, service celebrations, recognition programs, and other company-sponsored events.
- Manage the company merchandise store, including ordering, inventory tracking, distribution, and employee support.
- Order and maintain HR office supplies and materials.
- Assist with benefits enrollment and related administrative processes.
- Support compliance efforts by maintaining required records, training documentation, and other employment-related information.
- Maintain knowledge of company policies, HR procedures, and applicable employment practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- May assist the Human Resources Director with administrative aspects of employee relations, performance management, and HR initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
