Job Description

Job Summary:

The Human Resource Assistant will perform administrative tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the organization’s human resource department.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation.

· Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.

· Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.

· Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.

· Provides clerical support to the HR department.

· Acts as a liaison between the organization and external benefits providers and vendors, which may include health, disability, and retirement plan providers.

· Assist with the hiring process, initiates the pre-screening process (including background checks and applicant drug testing policy) and conducts new hire orientation.

· Issues employee photo identification cards.

· Maintain and tracks all Short-Term Disability Cases.

· Provide FMLA information for those employees requesting or need to have FMLA when leaving on STD, WC or FMLA only.

• Reviews eligible candidates for 401k plan on a quarterly basis and assists employees with 401k related requests.
• Calls in new accident reports and posts safety notices in plant.
• Orders office supplies and training materials.
• Retrieves, opens, reviews and purges junk mail.

· Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, holiday parties, and retirement celebrations.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

· Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll management, human resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer applications.

Education and Experience:

· Associate’s degree in related field required.

· Prior related office experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Physically capable of moving to all areas of the plant.

· Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Company Description

The H&S Family of Bakeries are a network of 10 bakeries and multiple distribution centers along the East Coast, all committed to one thing: producing the best quality bread products possible. H&S Family of Bakeries includes Northeast Foods, H&S Bakery and Schmidt Baking Co. Together, our baked goods can be found in a wide range of establishments, from fast food and quick-service restaurants to cafeterias, hospitals, grocery stores and universities. The company is made up of 2,000 employees system wide, in addition to a fleet of 1000 delivery vehicles. Throughout all our companies, we embrace a shared belief in the power of personal relationships. We know that a longevity like ours doesn’t come by reputation alone. It is through hard work, a steadfast devotion to our values, a talented workforce committed to quality products and continued support from our local communities, that have been the ingredients to our success. Our bakeries continue to thrive because its people share the same core values of hard work, dedication to community and pride of achievement. Join us! We are an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. Persons with disabilities who need to request reasonable accommodations during the application process may send an email to hr@nefoods.com.