Human Capital Assistant

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How Agropur invests in YOU:

• Starting wage of $18.81 to $22.57

• Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

• 401(k) with up to a 7% company match
• 3 Weeks PTO
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Healthy work/life balance

What's involved in this role:

We are looking for a Human Capital Assistant in Hull, Iowa.

The Human Capital Assistant provides administrative support and collaborates with the Human Capital Business Partner and Human Capital Coordinator to accomplish business priorities. This position interacts with employees to provide excellent customer service. This position understands and completes all job responsibilities in accordance with federal and state compliance regulations and laws.

• Assist employees with basic inquiries. Refer employees to the Employee Service Center or escalate to Human Capital Coordinator or Human Capital Business Partner when necessary.
• Schedule applicants for interviews. Participate in the interview process as necessary.
• Coordinate the fit test, drug test, and background check process.
• Schedule orientation for employees.
• Receive documentation for I-9's and complete the I-9 task in Workday.
• Set-up key fobs for new hires and enter break codes. Delete break codes for employees who no longer work for Agropur.
• Provide training to employees on the Kronos kiosk.
• Track attendance using the HR Calendar software. Send out attendance reports and write-ups to managers by the following Friday after payroll.
• Track the status of yearly reviews and work with managers for completion.
• Sort and distribute biweekly paychecks.
• Keep employee personnel files up to date.
• Keep employee medical files up to date.
• Attend monthly safety trainings.
• Primary back up for the receptionist.
• Assist in reviewing and distributing information to inform employees regarding benefits and training programs including insurance, leave time (FMLA), retirement plans, supplementary benefits, and continuation of benefits (COBRA).

• Assist in general human capital functions by preparing and/or updating a variety of legally required and other records, reports, and documentation.
• Maintain accurate employee information utilizing a Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
• Print materials for recruiting process, new hire orientation, and group meetings.
• Post and distribute Human Capital documents.
• Researches and performs work on special projects as assigned.
• Participate in employee anniversary and employee recognition programs.
• Understanding of and compliance with all Quality Assurance policies, and immediate reporting of any potential food safety issues to management.
• Provide support in Spanish translation for operations, quality assurance, training, and communications with employees.

What you need to join our team:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a professional work environment required.
• Minimum one (1) year of administrative or human resources experience preferred.
• Ability to speak and write in Spanish required.

• Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and field-specific software.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Demonstrate attention to detail in composing, typing, and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the organization.
• Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to management and coworkers.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Decisions administered soundly and consistently with policies and in compliance with appropriate laws and regulations.
• Dedication to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

Where you'll be working:

Hull, Iowa

• Our Hull, Iowa, plant is home to approximately 180 employees. We produce mozzarella, parmesan, romano, cheddar, gouda, and Monterey Jack cheeses as well as various whey streams.
• Agropur's US operations produce 1 billion pounds of quality, award-winning cheese each year. We create more than 20 different varieties, and provide whey protein and dry ingredients which are by-products of the cheesemaking process. As one of the world's largest dairy producers, Agropur partners with some of the most recognizable food, beverage and nutrition brands to help feed the world. Better Dairy. Better World. Agropurus.com

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will therefore work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.