We are hiring a brilliant Human Resources Specialist to join our diverse team at Ventura Foods in Albert Lea, MN.
Growing your career as a Full Time Human Resources Specialist is a terrific opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in cooperation, project management and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of Human Resources Specialist at Ventura Foods today!
Location: Albert Lea, MN Exemption: Nonexempt OUR COMPANY: Ventura Foods is a leading global manufacturer of branded and custom food products that proudly helps food providers in the U.S., Canada and more than 60 other countries earn a special place on consumers' tables. We do this by continually crafting custom dressings, sauces, mayonnaises, and other food solutions that exceed peoples' expectations for great-tasting flavors and high-quality ingredients.
Headquartered in Brea, California, Ventura Foods operates 14 manufacturing facilities, 3 culinary centers, and numerous distribution centers across North America. When you work in our manufacturing and distribution facilities, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you're willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth, because you invest in ours. Position Summary: Under minimal supervision, assist and support the Human Resources Manager in all facets of human resources including benefit administration, recruiting, policy implementation, information reporting and employee relations.
Major Duties and Responsibilities: Manage screening, interviewing, hiring, and placement of applicants to meet the Company's specific needs including employee retention. Conduct employment verifications and reference checks prior to extending offers.
Manage new employee orientation, policy/procedures review, performance review, and employee relations counseling. Conduct exit interviews as needed. Prepare and process paperwork, notify appropriate personnel and provide applicable benefit information.
Assist HR Manager with daily benefits administration including health, dental, life, disability, 401(k) and Profit Sharing including enrolling, terminating, and modifying employee benefit coverage. Serves as first line of contact for employees regarding questions, and/or problems.
Manage and maintain the records of sick, vacation, attendance, FMLA, medical leaves. Maintain files, forms and database information associated with personnel, benefits and general information. Reconcile monthly health, dental and life insurance statements. Maintain Ultralink information.
Coordinate employee relations issues with Human Resources Manager to affect prompt and appropriate resolution.
Handle requests for verifications of employment, benefits, and other employment information.
Assist the HR Manager on special projects as needed along with other members of management.
Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent experience; Some secondary education, college or vocational school preferred. Human Resources experience in manufacturing environment desirable. 5 years administrative support experience to include relevant human resources responsibilities.
Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of principles and practices of human resources. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills. Strong computer skills needed. Must be highly organized, detail oriented, accurate and recognize the need for confidentiality.
Diversity & Inclusion: Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.
Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits of working as a Human Resources Specialist in Albert Lea, MN:
? Excellent benefits
? Opportunities to grow
? Attractive package
