HR Coordinator // Bilingual Haitian Creole +++

Are you seeking an opportunity to grow your HR knowledge in a fast-paced and fun environment? Look no further! Villari Food Group is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to serve one of its locations in Warsaw, NC.  Our rapidly growing organization will give you a chance to contribute your talents as we continue to expand which will no doubt provide a fulfilling opportunity for the right candidate. The ideal candidate would have excitement to learn new aspects of Human Resources through assisting the HR team in any endeavors necessary to take the best care of our most important asset, our people. An individual who speaks English as well as either Spanish or Haitian Creole (or all three) is highly desired.

This is a non-exempt hourly position that usually works 1st shift, but may require some scheduling flexibility based on business needs. 

Position Overview:

The Human Resource Coordinator aids with and facilitates the human resource processes at all assigned Villari Food Group business locations. This position is vital to the HR team for its support in keeping the organization safe, efficient, and engaging for every employee. This role provides administrative support to the human resource function as needed.

Specific Job Duties:

• Performs customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions or fielding employee requests to the necessary HR or operations team member. 
• Seeks feedback from employees on HR or operational programs and supports day to day engagement activities.
• Conducts activities related to orientation and onboarding including but not limited to conducting pre employment drug screening, adding employees into HRIS system, leading portions of the orientation in a classroom setting, and assisting new hires with other transactional needs.
• Assists with investigations including but not limited to completing documents and collecting statements; translating conversations or documents (if fluent in another language); and filing completed documents or collecting signatures from necessary parties. 
• Conducts audits of payroll, benefits or other HR programs and recommends corrective action.
  
• Assists with processing of HRIS administrative tasks as needed.
  
• Assists with the preparation of the performance review process.
  
• Makes photocopies; mails, scans and emails documents; and performs other clerical functions.
  
• Files documents into appropriate employee files.
  
• Assists or prepares correspondence as requested.
  
• Processes mail as a backup to HR Assistant.
  
• Completes Forms I-9, verifies I-9 documentation and maintains I-9 files as needed.
  
• Assists with recruitment and interview process as needed. Tracks status of candidates in HRIS and responds with follow-up letters at the end of the recruiting process.
  
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
   

Essential Job Functions

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associates’ Degree in Business Administration or related field preferred
• 1 years experience in Human Resources, Customer Service, or Administration in a manufacturing setting required
• Must have a current Driver’s License and acceptable driving record. Must be willing to transport other employees in personal or other prearranged vehicle at any time. 

Language:

Ability to read and interpret documents and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine correspondence.  Ability to fluently speak, read, & write a language in addition to English preferred (Spanish/Haitian Creole highly desired).

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Working understanding of human resource principles, practices and procedures.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management system.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department of the organization’s facilities.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to a cold, hot or wet environment. Hearing protection is required in certain areas of the workplace per company policy.

More about Villari Foods:
Founded in 1925 by Sam Villari, Villari Foods is still a family-owned business with a rich history. As a teenager, Sam came to America from Italy, instilled with the value his native culture placed on pure, good food as an integral part of the family and social life. Today, at Villari Foods, we combine our unwavering commitment to Old World quality with our capacity to keep pace with evolving customer demands – and exceed expectations for great taste, good health, variety, value, convenience, and creativity in the kitchen. With the fourth Villari generation now entering the business, our family remains dedicated to ensuring an exceptional experience for all who enjoy our products.

We offer a wide variety of quality pork and other meat products for retail, foodservice, and export markets. We understand and are responding to consumer preferences for meat products that are locally sourced, humanely raised, organic, and free of antibiotics, hormones, and steroids. And we’re well known for our smoked products.

As part of Villari Foods, we also have our own livestock and trucking operations, which allows for greater quality control and extraordinary customer service, including superior delivery options. We partner with local farms and are committed to environmental sustainability.

EEO Statement:

Villari Foods is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans’ status, status as a disabled individual, or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.