Hr Assistant

Full Job Description

The Human Resources /Safety Assistant provides administrative support to assist with the day-to-day operations of the human resources/safety and production department. The position carries out responsibilities in departmental development, employee relations, training and employee development, and company benefits, new hire orientation, safety meeting

Job Responsibilities:

· Provides administrative and office support to the Human Resources Manager and General Manager

· Compiles and updates employee records

· Responds to all employee requests regarding human resources issues

· Assists management in the recruiting, interview, and selection process

· Plans and conducts new employee orientation

· Coordinates pre-employment physical/drug-screening for new hires

· Keeps records of benefits plans participation and employee status changes (promotions, transfers, and terminations)

· Coordinates training to ensure that all employees are up to date with required training for their position

· Distributes bi-monthly paychecks to all employees, while ensuring each paycheck is accounted for on the check release form

· Processes documentation relating to personnel activities (staffing, training, grievances, performance evaluations, etc)

· Administers the Employee of the Month program: Records all nominations and coordinates a selection committee meeting each month. Orders the name plate for the Employee of the Month plaque displayed in the front office and picks up in a timely manner. Presents the award at the facility’s monthly communication meeting.

· Responds to all employee verification requests by forwarding the appropriate documentation to the payroll coordinator for review and completion

· Assists in payroll preparation by providing relevant data (absences, extended leaves, etc) and bi weekly time sheet processing

· Advises management in appropriate resolution of employee relation issues.

· Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.

· Administers performance review program to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.

· Understands and administers company benefits such as life, health, dental, vision, and disability insurances

· Oversees all open enrollment activities/presentations; ensures that all employees review and understand the paperwork needed for benefit enrollment/changes

· Presents employee separation documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.

· Fosters a positive attitude toward company goals.

Duties and Day-to-Day Responsibilities, but not limited to the following:

· Resolves employee issues on a day to day basis

· Tracks absenteeism in an organized manner

• Answers any HR related telephone calls
  
• Assists manager and other departments with special projects/appointments
• Assist Plant Manager with other duties as required

Minimum Training, Education and Experience Requirements:

· Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent educational training; or three to five years related experience and/or training

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

· Office, laboratory, and manufacturing environment.

Ability to manage a fast paced operation that can run 24/7 and that includes a dedicated group of quality minded professionals.

Must have excellent attendance, pass a background check and drug screen

Job Type: Full-time

Hours 7:00 - 4:00  pm daily

Pay: DOE 

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

Ability to commute- yes

Experience:

• Human resources: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)
  
• Spanish Speaking a plus

Work Location: In person