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The Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation's discerning foodservice, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities: Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA.; San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA.

We are looking for a seasonal, bilingual Human Resources Assistant I to provide human resources administrative and clerical support to one or more areas of Human Resources at our unionized manufacturing facility, TomaTek plant, in Firebaugh, CA.

For additional information, please see our “About Us” video, Our Story - Neil Jones Food Company

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicates basic information to employees according to human resources programs and policies.
• Compiles information, prepares and processes a wide variety of personnel action forms containing confidential and sensitive information
• Responds to routine inquiries about HR programs and directs employees to appropriate program information.
• Maintains accurate employee files and records in compliance with company policies.
• Performs basic employee record keeping and screening activities; helps coordinate hourly hiring activities with line management; may enter employee information into HRIS systems and coordinate non-union hires with corporate payroll.

Requirements :

• High School diploma or equivalent; Associate degree or advanced coursework in human resources preferred; or any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the key responsibilities of the position.
• 2 years' general office experience; human resources and workforce scheduling experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Power Point; proficient in use of HRIS, time and attendance, and scheduling applications.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check including employment and educational verification, credit screen, and to work extended schedule and weekends during the fresh pack season, typically July to early October.

Compensation:

The wage range is $17.19 - $21.49, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits:

• Eligible for paid sick leave

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

The Neil Jones Food Company participates in E-Verify

E-Verify Participation

If You Have the Right to Work, Don't Let Anyone Take It Away

We are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.