Human Resources Specialist

Department: Packaging Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: La Vergne, TN

Description

The Human Resources Specialist will perform multiple tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the organization’s human resource department.

Key Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, systems, records, and documentation.
• Update HRIS accurately and consistently.
• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employee owners relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.
• Responsible for verifications of employment sent to the HR department.
• Assist with coding of HR related billing.
• Leads and supports full-cycle recruitment efforts, including creating job postings, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, coordinating interviews, and facilitating the selection and hiring process. Partners with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, ensure timely staffing, and promote a positive candidate experience while aligning with company values.
• Manages onboarding and all new hire paperwork, ensure I9s and E-Verify are properly completed.
• 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 administrative support to the HR department.
• Assists with payroll functions including reporting, processing, answering employee questions, fixing processing errors, and distributing checks.
• Conducts or assists with new hire orientation and onboarding.
• Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee owner recognition events, and retirement celebrations.
• Back up for Office Administrator.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Education And Formal Training

• High school diploma, or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of human resources experience.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Ability

• 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.
• Paylocity experience preferred but not required.
• Bilingual in Spanish required.
  
  

Benefits

Benefits

• Employee-owned
• Advancement Opportunities
• Weekly pay
• Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans
• Tuition assistance program
• Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)