What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Clerk position at Michigan Milk Producers Association?
The Michigan Milk Producers Association is looking for an experienced Human Resources Clerk to join our team, in our Ovid, MI facility. As a HR Clerk you will be responsible for hourly payroll processing and human resources functions for the facility to ensure they are aligned with the collective bargaining agreement and the organizational objectives. The HR Clerk will also lead recruiting and onboarding of hourly employees, training, benefit enrollment support, employee relations and administrative tasks.
ABOUT US:
The Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) – established in 1916 – is a dairy farmer-owned and operated milk marketing cooperative and dairy processor. As the 10th largest dairy cooperative in the U.S., MMPA serves dairy farmers throughout Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, and Indiana, employing approximately 625 people in four states. In addition to a cheese plant in Indiana called the Middlebury Cheese Company, and a dairy product plant in Ohio called Superior Dairy, MMPA operates two SQF Level 3 dairy ingredient plants in Michigan. Products made at MMPA’s plants include fluid milk, cheese, ultra-filtered milk, ice cream, butter, nonfat dry milk, cream, and condensed skim milk.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE:
- Competitive salary
- Health and wellness benefits with medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health benefits
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement including 401k with employer contributions
- Personal and professional growth opportunities
- Employee appreciation events and recognition awards
- Employee wellness initiatives
- Employees feedback and suggestion forums
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Process weekly hourly payroll and ensure data accuracy in the system for wages, banking information, classifications, etc.
- Ability to provide HR coverage across 3 shifts
- Ensure adherence to the collective bargaining agreement in terms of administration, pay, job transfers, etc.
- Responsible for hourly recruiting, selection and onboarding and associated responsibilities/tasks.
- Prepare reports, tracking employee absenteeism and subsequent disciplinary action
- Administer leaves of absence, by providing necessary paperwork, documentation and coordination
- Worker’s Compensation administration, including filing claims, and working with the insurance carrier and employee through the recovery process
- Conduct hourly onboarding and offboarding processes, including document collection and record-keeping.
- Assist in managing employee records, benefits, and compliance-related documentation.
- Support HR with employee engagement initiatives and events. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Ensure employees are equipped with uniforms, PPE and other supplies in order to do their job safely
- Participate in grievance meetings with company and union personnel.
- Work with plant management team to foster an environment with open communication and fair and consistent treatment of all employees.
- Perform other HR related duties, as assigned
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or human resources or other related field
- Previous HR experience in a manufacturing environment
- Highly organized and efficient worker, skilled at multi-tasking
- Positive and personable demeanor
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to follow directions accurately
- Proficient in Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Familiarity with HR practices is a plus.
- Detail-oriented and capable of maintaining accurate records
Join us in maintaining the highest standards in the dairy industry! Apply now and become part of our dynamic MMPA team!
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities that are required of the role. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
MMPA provides the opportunity for meaningful work that makes a difference in the dairy industry and in our communities. The diverse talents and perspectives of our employees help us to meet the needs of our member farms and the customers we serve.
MMPA is an equal opportunity employer.
