HR Representative

TL;DR

HR Representative: Providing comprehensive HR support at a manufacturing plant with an accent on recruitment, benefits administration, and compliance. Focus on maintaining employee records, supporting labor negotiations, and ensuring adherence to federal and state labor laws.

Location: Must be based in Waterville, ME, USA

Company

A global provider of sustainable packaging solutions dedicated to making packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable.

What you will do

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes including job postings, interviews, and background checks.
• Coordinate new hire orientations and onboarding procedures.
• Assist with the administration of health, welfare, EAP, and retirement plans.
• Maintain accurate employee records and the internal bidding system for hourly staff.
• Support labor negotiations and ensure compliance with Affirmative Action Plans and labor laws.
• Provide administrative support for company events, communications, and headcount reporting.

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to work onsite in Waterville, ME
• 2-4 years of experience in Human Resources.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or relevant field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
• Strong communication skills tailored for a manufacturing environment.
• 5 years of administrative and clerical experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement planning with 401K and pension options.
• Professional development through tuition reimbursement and online learning courses.
• Wellness programs and onsite medical staff.
• Paid Time Off and holiday pay to support work-life balance.

Hiring process

• Application review.
• Interview scheduling for qualified candidates.