Human Resources Assistant

McKee Foods
US - Tennessee - Ooltewah
January 15, 2025

Join America's favorite family bakery since 1934-home of Little Debbie, Drake's Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You'll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you'll discover a better way to live and work.

Pay

$18.90- $24.40 hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Schedule

1st Shift Monday through Friday 8:00AM- 5:00PM; other days and hours as needed

On-site

Location

Plant 5

10260 McKee Road, Collegedale TN 37315

Job Summary

McKee Foods is seeking a Human Resources Assistant to join our Manufacturing Human Resources team. The Human Resources Assistant at McKee Foods plays a vital role in supporting the HR department by assisting with various administrative and operational tasks. This position helps manage employee records, facilitates in corrective action processes, assists with onboarding and termination procedures, and supports employee relations initiatives. The HR Assistant will handle sensitive and confidential information, ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements, and contribute to the efficient functioning of the HR team. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential in this fast-paced role.

Answering phone calls and responding to emails inside and outside of the company
Answering employee and applicant HR related questions
Coordinating interviews, communicating with candidates and creating interview packets
Entering various information in Workday (HR information system)
Extracting information from HR information systems through inquiries and running reports
Attending various meetings and taking notes (preferably on laptop), often on serious and highly confidential matters
Initiating background checks for new hires
Completing online I9 verifications
Scheduling drug screens, post-offer medical evaluations and orientation
Processing new hire paperwork
Creating check requests
Reviewing performance evaluations
Coordinating lunch for tours and other events
Providing support to HR Shared Services which may include:
Approving internal job applications
Providing employment verifications
Providing new hire announcement information
Purchase needed office supplies/ event items and reconcile expense report when purchases are made
Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

1-2 years of college (>31 semester hours) with 1 year experience or equivalent combination of education and experience (2 years of experience = 1 year of education)
Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently, including effective follow-up and prioritization
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Advanced technical writing skills, business grammar, spelling, and punctuation, with the ability to proofread and edit
Strong customer service focus
Interpersonal skills that promote teamwork, cooperation, and relationship building
Ability to work effectively and productively with minimal supervision
High level of initiative
Proven ability to apply independent judgment and complex problem solving skills
Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions while maintaining a professional attitude
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook (searching, calendar functions, etc.)
Ability to organize office processes, business information, and schedules
Dependable with excellent attendance
Must have experience taking minutes for meetings, business conversations, investigations, and related functions

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's degree in Business Management, Human Resources or related field
Experience with Workday or other HR Systems
Familiarity with basic employment law
Experience as a Paralegal/ Legal Assistant
Ability to type a minimum of 50 words per minute

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay
Profit-sharing cash bonus program
401(k) with matching contributions
Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
Supplemental plans, including life insurance
Fully-paid parental leave
Health Center and Pharmacy
Tuition reimbursement
Credit Union
Exercise and recreation facility
Wellness programs with incentives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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