Human Resources Assistant - Receptionist

About the role

Provide support to the Human Resources department in administering HR processes and programs for Kenworth Managers and Employees. Will serve as a contact for HR department, manage pieces of the employee on-boarding process and tour scheduling process as well as other employee programs. Participate in executing department initiatives and projects. This position serves as a front desk receptionist.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first point of contact for calls and walk-in visitors.
• Manage the plant lobby; greet visitors in a professional and courteous manner, ensure tour guests adhere to plant tour guidelines and maintain complete sign-in/sign-out records.
• Provide support and customer service to employees regarding various HR topics. Utilize problem solving techniques when necessary to research employee questions.
• Participate in executing departmental goals and objectives.
• Play an active role in promoting positive employee relations and engagement by coordinating employee appreciation programs and events.
• Support new employee on-boarding process.
• Support recruitment activities as assigned.
• Enter employee data into HRIS system and produce reports as necessary.
• Submit standard dress orders for new hires.
• Manage pieces of the tour scheduling process.
• Assist with creating posters and flyers for various internal events.
• Be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Must be reliable with dependable and regular attendance.
• Other administrative tasks as assigned. May also provide some support to Health & Safety and Training functions, as well as Plant Manager.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in Human Resources preferred.
• Strong PC skills to include MS Office programs, SAP, Publisher, and SharePoint desirable.
• Experience with Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) preferred.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Must be dependable, organized, and able to produce accurate results while dealing with multiple interruptions, and to prioritize workload while working independently to meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive material and information.
• The ideal candidate will desire an opportunity to become involved in all aspects of human resource administration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off – Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Paid short- and long-term disability program
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• This position is also eligible for a holiday bonus

Pay

The salary range for Human Resources Assistant - Receptionist is $54,100 – $74,300 annually.