HR Coordinator

Empirical Foods Inc

  • Garden City, KS
  • 16 days ago

    Highlights

    We''re looking for a detail-oriented HR Coordinator to support our growing team and help create a positive workplace culture, from welcoming new hires to supporting our team members throughout their journey with us. Experience: Previous Human Resources experience is preferred, would consider payroll or similar office experience in lieu.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationGarden City, KS

    Description

    Overview

    Join Our Team and Make an Impact on Employee Experience

    We''re looking for a detail-oriented HR Coordinator to support our growing team and help create a positive workplace culture, from welcoming new hires to supporting our team members throughout their journey with us.

    Why Join Us?

    As an HR Coordinator, you''ll play a vital role in shaping our workplace culture and supporting our most important asset-our people. You''ll gain broad HR experience while making a meaningful difference in employees'' daily work lives.

    Responsibilities

    Employee Support & Administration

    • Serve as a trusted resource for HR questions and assist with employee self-service tools.
    • Support employees with time-off requests, address changes, and general HR inquiries.
    • Administer leave programs (FMLA and LOA) with care and confidentiality.
    • Help employees understand and enroll in benefit programs.

    Payroll & Records Management

    • Process and audit payroll data, including overtime, absences, and time-off.
    • Maintain accurate and compliant personnel files.
    • Track attendance and administer progression increases for hourly employees.
    • Coordinate performance review schedules for management team.

    HR Operations

    • Manage equipment inventory and distribution.
    • Support the internal job bid process.
    • Handle general office duties including data entry, filing, and phone support.
    • Contribute to special projects and initiatives as needed.

    Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

    • Partner with hiring managers to review applications and conduct interviews.
    • Coordinate background checks and pre-employment physicals.
    • Extend job offers and guide new hires through their first days.
    • Create welcoming orientation experiences that set employees up for success.

    Additional

    • Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
    • Perform all other duties as assigned.
    • Must have regular and punctual attendance.

    Qualifications

    Skills and Abilities

    • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
    • Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
    • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
    • Bilingual abilities (Spanish/English).
    • Professional discretion when handling confidential information.

    Demonstrated Competencies

    • Detail-oriented - You catch the small things that make a big difference.
    • People-focused - You genuinely enjoy helping others succeed.
    • Tech-savvy - You''re comfortable learning new systems and software.
    • Communicator - You connect effectively with employees at all levels.
    • Problem-solver - You approach challenges with a solutions mindset.
    • Trustworthy - You handle sensitive information with integrity.

    Physical Requirements

    • Office setting within a manufacturing environment. Position will take you onto the plant floor requiring proper protective equipment.

    Experience: Previous Human Resources experience is preferred, would consider payroll or similar office experience in lieu.Education: High School diploma or equivalent, or verifiable ability to perform essential job functions. Minimum of 2 years of college is preferred.Department: Human Resources

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