Human Resources Assistant

Our people are the life of this company. Together, we build life into the kitchen. We are a nationwide team, designing and manufacturing the most comprehensive choice of kitchen cabinets in the U.S. Our people pride themselves on genuine collaboration, working to deliver a seamless, integrated, quality experience to anyone and everyone. Our shared purpose is to bring the kitchen to life — the place where people spend such a meaningful part of their personal and family lives, and the true heart of any home. This is why your career with our company can be so satisfying, rewarding and worthwhile.JOB SUMMARYProvides administrative support, maintains personnel records, provides PeopleSoft processing, coordinates luncheons, plant events, and works on special projects as needed. Also, answers employee questions pertaining to human resources matters and maintains highly confidential and sensitive information. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize, and organize diversified workload.PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIESProcess employment applications and maintain Affirmative Action recordsProcess and review employment applications in order to evaluate qualifications or eligibility of applicants. Conduct preliminary interview perceiver questionnaires and participate in selection of employee applications for pre-hireExplain company personnel policies, benefits, and procedures to employees or job applicants and conduct new hire orientationsProcess, verify, and maintain documentation relating to personnel activities such as staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations, and classificationsEnter and maintain information in PeopleSoft regarding personnel information, benefit changes and Leave of AbsencesAnswer questions regarding examinations, eligibility, salaries, benefits, and other pertinent informationExamine employee files to answer inquiries and provide information for personnel actionsRequest information from law enforcement officials, previous employers, and other references in order to determine applicants' employment acceptabilityExplain FMLA, Short-term disability policies and procedures to employees. Responsible for processing all FMLA and Short-term disability claims and ensuring compliance with the FMLACoordinates summer picnic, holiday parties and company luncheonsResponsible for annual benefit enrollment, including educating employees on benefit changesGeneral clerical duties to help the HR department run effectivelyAnswer multi-line phones, greet customers/applicantsAssist HR Manager in a variety of personnel and safety activitiesESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLSAssociates DegreeThree years office type work experienceExcellent written and verbal communication skillsFamiliarity with employment law, including FMLA, ADA, WC, and COBRAProficiency with MS OfficeHigh level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacyAttention to detail in composing, typing, filing, and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlinesMust be willing to work needed hours to assure successful team results and to assure closure of team assignments. 6am start time preferredMust be comfortable working with all levels of managementPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS2+ years of human resources experience to include staffing, benefits, employee relations, safety, and attendance managementExperience working with PeopleSoftMulti-line phone experience