Mizkan is hiring: HR Specialist in Owensboro

Location: Owensboro KY

Job Title: Human Resources Specialist

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: SR HR Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

COMMENTS: This job description reflects assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

SUMMARY: The Human Resources Specialist will assist the HR Team with the administration of human resource activities across the entire employment life cycle including but not limited to selection and recruitment, performance management processes and activities, and payroll prep activities. They will be responsible for answering employee questions related to benefits, policies, and HR processes, performing data entry and running reports from the HRIS System. The role has the potential to expand into HR Generalist activities as experience grows.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with the selection and recruitment process, including posting positions, mining resumes, scheduling interviews and applicant testing for designated positions and scheduling pre-employment screenings and ensuring appropriate records are maintained.
• Supports administration, coordination, and application of company-wide human resources policies, procedures, and practices.
• Responds to inquiries regarding select processes, policies, procedures, and programs escalating issues to HR Manager as appropriate.
• Schedules and performs new employee orientation for the Owensboro facility
• Ensures completion of and tracking of on-boarding required documents
• Conducts exit interviews and communicates results of listening efforts
• Enters data into HRIS system and runs standard as well as custom reports
• Coordinates hourly payroll, which includes running reports, auditing data and reports, and submitting reports to Payroll for processing
• Assists with various research projects or other HR related projects
• Responds to employees' benefit questions, assists with resolution of problems regarding access to or payment of benefits, assists employees with paperwork as needed
• Demonstrates a high level of professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or equivalent. HR Certifications are desirable
• 1-2 years of Human Resources experience. Experience in combination with education will be considered.
• Working knowledge of Human Resource laws and regulations
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information professionally
• Acute attention to detail and ability to efficiently and accurately track and complete detailed work
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all levels of management as well as the ability to deal effectively with a diverse group of individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Ability to work independently and as a member of teams or committees
• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions
• Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word and Excel)
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now or other HRIS is a plus