Human Resources Assistant (Bilingual)

About the Role

The HR Assistant reports to the on-site Human Resources Manager and performs various HR support functions, including access to confidential information. This role assists in maintaining Human Resource records and files (paper/electronic), provides general office and HR administrative support, and helps employees with questions. The HR Assistant also maintains company policies and procedures in support of plant-level operations, aligned with Crown’s mission, vision, and values.

Responsibilities

• Assists with various aspects of the HR function, including payroll, recruitment, retention, and benefits administration.
• Conducts recruitment and onboarding efforts for non-exempt, production, student, and temporary employees at the direction of the HR Manager; conducts new-employee orientations; may assist and attend career fairs.
• Maintains departmental records and reports, HR files, and HRIS (Human Resources Information System).
• Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings as required.
• Provides payroll support and manages temporary staffing agency payroll reporting.
• Understands industry trends and state-specific employment legislation to support compliance on employee relations matters at the Federal, State, and Local levels.
• Performs other administrative duties such as reporting, filing, photocopying, etc.
• May support operations with reception duties as applicable by location.
• Handles other duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Proficient bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills (verbal & written) are required.
• 1+ years’ experience in HR and/or administrative support.
• Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• SHRM or HRCI Certification encouraged and will be supported if not already obtained.
• Emerging analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a self-starter personality.
• Good time management skills and the ability to interpret and communicate data.
• Understanding of full-cycle recruiting and sourcing activities.
• Hands-on experience with payroll systems and HRIS.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, with strong Excel skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Knowledge of HR-related federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Work Environment

This job operates in a production plant, shipping area, and office environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to facility elements such as noise, dust, fumes, and odors. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, cell phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.