Human Resources Assistant

Position Overview

Responsible for providing support in functional areas of the Human Resources and Safety Department.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensure a safe and clean work environment by complying with all company procedures, rules and regulations.
• Perform pre-employment drug testing and background checks for potential new employees.
• Keep records as it relates to personnel changes
• I-9 audit and filing of new hires and terminations
• Record attendance
• Review, scan, file, and create work orders for forklift/pallet jack inspections.
• Respond to employee inquiries, assist by communicating policies, guidelines and processes to aid in solving problems.
• Represent WPM in a professional manner at job and career fairs.
• Work as a team player with all groups within the facility.
• Perform weekly locker audits and document findings.
• Conduct weekly walkthroughs of the plant and write up any safety orders related to hazards.
• Translate safety programs and documents as needed.
• Assist compliance department with SOP’s.
• Type up Deviation Reports.
• Create and update WPM monthly newsletter.
• Order and restock PPE.

Additional Requirements

• Bilingual
• Legible handwriting
• Good verbal and written communication
• Able to build relationships with employees and outside vendors
• Ability to work with confidential information, maintain confidentiality with respect to personal information.
• Ensure accuracy in projects, proofreading skills and practices great attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Duties are performed under the general guidance of the HR Manager. 

Note: This Job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.