HR Coordinator 1
Bel, makers of iconic brands including Babybel, The Laughing Cow, Boursin, and GoGo Squeez is a growing global company that values your contributions, strives to create a sense of belonging for everyone and offers career growth and development opportunities, as well as competitive total compensation and meaningful well-being benefits from day one. For All, For Good, our company signature, reflects Bel’s commitment to sustainability and healthier and responsible food for all. The company has headquarters in Chicago (Bel Brands USA) and New York City (GoGo Squeez) and operates 5 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Leitchfield, KY; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.
JOB SUMMARY:
The HR Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the smooth and efficient operation of the Human
Resources department and is responsible for applying HR knowledge to implement best practices to
support effective business operations, regulatory compliance, and people-centric employee relations
within a strong, growing company. The HR Coordinator will have specific responsibilities to lead
processes related to maintaining HRIS, hourly recruiting and onboarding, ensuring effective training,
employee and policy record management, and administration of other key HR processes, including
hourly performance evaluations and recognition programs.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Responsible for HR Administration and HR information management
o Accurately maintains the various Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) to ensure
employee data is updated timely and accurately.
o Maintain accurate employee records and ensure all necessary documents are filed
appropriately.
o Support HR initiatives and policies by developing and maintaining HR-related
documents, such as job descriptions, organizational charts, and employee policies
and/or handbooks.
o Accurately responds to unemployment claims and employment verifications, escalating
complex cases as required.
o Maintains HR dashboards and KPI reports and generatesreports and metrics as needed,
providing data insights to assist in HR decision-making processes.
• Supports Talent Acquisition, Onboarding and Development for factory hourly positions
o Support full cycle recruiting for hourly positions, including job postings, application
screening, interview scheduling, extending job offers and facilitating background checks.
o Maintain accurate recruiting and hiring records.
o Responsible for planning and coordinating onboarding process for new hourly hires,
including scheduling presenters, preparing new hire materials, locker assignments,
uniforms and safety shoes, etc. Also, continuously seek to improve and enhance onboarding experience.
o Track and monitor the training progress for hourly employees and ensure training
program integrity is maintained. Routinely connect with new hires to monitor employee
experience.
o Collaborate with factory departments to ensure job qualification checklists are current
and completed timely and accurately.
o Support administration of hourly employee evaluations, including 30-60-90 and annual
evaluations to ensure they are completed timely and accurately.
o Function as the site expert for Alchemy, including developing and implementing
Alchemy training courses as needed.
o Maintain accurate onboarding and training records.• Acts as main point of contact and resource for general administration of Benefits, Workers
Compensation and Payroll
o Main point of contact for benefit related questions, changes, and enrollment. Assists in
annual open enrollment period, including leading information sessions with employees,
distributing materials, communicating benefits changes.
o Supports case management for time away from work programs (i.e. Attendance, FML,
ADA, STD and LTD), including call-in and occurrence tracking, consistent administration
of Attendance Policy (i.e. creating/distributing disciplinary letters), managing leaves
correspondence with employees and communications with manager, as well as
monitoring leaves through Third-Party Administrator.
o Supports case management for Workers Compensation claims, including coordination
with Third-Party Administrator, Safety, and Factory leadership.
o Support payroll processing by verifying time and attendance records, ensuring accuracy,
and addressing any payroll-related inquiries or discrepancies.
o Serves as support for corporate payroll and site supervisors, including assistance with
employee time and attendance (i.e. verifying timecards, reviewing payroll reports
and/or verifying attendance reporting accuracy), vacation, and payroll related
questions.
• Supports various Employee Relations programs
o Serve as supportfor employee inquiries related to HR policies, procedures, and benefits,
providing timely and accurate responses.
o Support employee engagement initiatives, such as coordinating employee recognition
programs, organizing employee events, and administering employee surveys.
• Collaborates to ensure Compliance and Policy Adherence
o Stays updated on relevant employment laws and regulations, assisting with compliance
efforts and ensuring HR practices align with legal requirements.
o Develop, review, and update HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistent
application and adherence.
o Maintains flow of information and communications in and out of the HR department,
including being responsible for regular review and update of bulletin boards and
monitors. Maintains accurate records of communications.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
• Confidentiality, quality, accuracy, timeliness, reliability, and thoroughness of work performed.
• Turnover, time to fill, training/qualification timelines, orientation feedback, employee relations.
REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• High school diploma with at least 3 years of experience in administrative work with HR or
related emphasis is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field is preferred.
SKILLS
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a focus on attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with the ability to maintain
confidentiality.
• Fluent in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Proficiency in HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and complete tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a
team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and navigate HRIS and talent management systems. Examples
include ADP, Alchemy, applicant tracking systems and online learning platforms.
• Ability to be resourceful, identify creative solutions to complex challenges and demonstrate
sound problem solving.
• Ability to read, write and speak Spanish is preferred in some US factory locations.
VALUES
• Model and champion core values of Dare, Care and Commit and Winning Behaviors of Do What
is Right…Not What is Easy, Think Bold, Act Fast, Simplify and Focus, Inspire and Grow Self and
Others, Act with People and Planet Front of Mind, Play to Win as a Team, and Make Customers
Smile.
• Represent the HR Department, and company positively in all interactions.
• Contribute to a respectful and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, appreciated,
and empowered.
• Actively seek to ensure Company is regarded as a great place to work.
• Follows all safety rules and procedures by working safely and ensuring safety of others.
• Follows all environmental protocols as applicable to the job.
• Follows all Good Manufacturing Practices as stated within the policy.
• Follow all food safety procedures.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
• Work is performed largely in an office with routine exposure to a plant environment which
requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Hours of work will generally be during regular business hours equaling 40 hours per week.
• Provides support to employees within a 24-hour operation and is therefore expected to
coordinate work schedule to have regular interaction and accessibility to all shifts.
• Some variation in work hours is expected due to special projects, deadlines, and other matters.
• Must have the ability to occasionally lift 10–20-pound boxes.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
• Occasional travel to other company locations may be required on a limited basis.
Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
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