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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 3rd shift Human Resource Assistant I for administrative support functions at Northwest Packing facility, including recruiting, employee scheduling, compensation, benefits, training, timecard auditing, payroll reviews, and employee records. May conduct pre-employment screening interviews, check references and respond to routine questions on HR policy. Works within a unionized facility at our Northwest Packing plant in Vancouver, WA.

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Responds to routine inquiries about HR programs and directs employees to appropriate program information.
• Performs basic employee record keeping and screening activities; helps coordinate hourly hiring activities with line management; may enter employee information into HRIS systems and coordinates non-union hires with corporate payroll.
• May schedule and coordinate drug testing and employee fitness for duty, including follow up per prescribed protocols.
• Assists HR staff to schedule, prepare and deliver training and onboarding programs, including new and seasonal recall employee orientation.
• Compiles information, prepares and processes a wide variety of personnel action forms containing confidential and sensitive information.
• Maintains accurate employee files and records in compliance with company policies.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree or advanced coursework in human resources preferred.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Proficient in use of HRIS, time and attendance, and scheduling applications.
• 2 years of general office experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check including employment and educational verification, work extended hours, weekends, and 3rd shift during the fresh pack season (typically July to early November).

Compensation:

The wage range is $20.68 - $23, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
• 401(k) match with Traditional & Roth options available
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• 10 paid vacation days, 9 paid holidays, and separate sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Numerous other voluntary insurance products available
• Convenient location, 2 miles west of downtown Vancouver
• Free parking

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

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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.