HR Assistant (Temporary)

Essential Job Functions

• Partner with internal customers to build candidate pipelines based on budget and operational needs.
• Create, track, and/or report data of various facets of HR functions, including but not limited to Talent Acquisition life cycle and team member services.
• Leverage LinkedIn, Indeed, Facebook & other recruiting/social media platforms.
• Create a world-class candidate experience for all applicants.
• Communicate sourcing strategies to all relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain Team member records and enters data in HR database.
• Process various forms related to documenting HR activities such as new hire, change of status, benefits, terminations, etc.
• Aid in the review of timecards for new hire team members.
• Facilitate and conduct new hire orientation and follow up to support onboarding processes.
• Aid in the implementation of policies and tracking related to HR, employee performance, and development.
• Coach and guide team members on policies and SOPs.
• Screen candidates by reviewing resumes and job applications and performing phone screenings and in person interviews.
• Take ownership of candidate experience by designing and managing job postings, job descriptions, and position requirements.
• Participate in job fairs and industry related career events, coordinate events with hiring managers.
• Develop and maintain a network of contacts to help identify and source qualified candidates including colleges and universities.
• Facilitate the offer process by extending job offers and negotiating terms.
• Ensure all screening, hiring, and selection is done in accordance with employment laws, regulations, and Foster Farms standards.
• Aid and backup HR staff in Department as needed with HR Administration tasks and customer service, including HR front desk coverage.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent HR experience.
• College degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well independently and with minimal supervision.
• Computer literate in Windows environment and proficient in Microsoft Applications at intermediate level.
• Ability to read/write in English. Bilingual preferred (Spanish/Punjabi).
• Exceptional customer service skills; Ability to work in a very faced-paced, constantly changing environment with employees and applicants from diverse backgrounds.
• Proven work experience as a Recruiter (either an in-house recruiter or a staffing agency recruiter).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong decision-making skills.