Human Resources Assistant

Joy Baking Group

. Work under the Human Resources Manager and perform tasks across all aspects of the HR department .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeHermitage • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $25 - $29 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR operations, including full cycle recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations, while effectively utilizing HRIS and ATS systems. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for collaborating with team members and managing HR documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Human ResourcesFull Cycle RecruitmentHRIS And ATS SystemsMicrosoft Office ProgramsDetail Oriented And Strong Organizational Skills

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Hard Skills

HR OperationsEmployee OnboardingTalent AcquisitionData EntryBackground ChecksI-9/E-VerificationEmployee Attendance TrackingClerical DutiesRecruitment ProcessesHR Policies And Procedures

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationIntegrityProfessionalismAbility To Work Under Pressure

Industry Keywords

Warehouse EnvironmentManufacturing EnvironmentEmployee EventsTraining ProgramsTeam Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work under the Human Resources Manager and perform tasks across all aspects of the HR department
Assist employees with questions about practices, policies, benefits, and other Human Resource needs
Process and review employment applications and track applicants through screening processes
Support talent acquisition, including applicant phone screens, appointment scheduling, and applicant tracking system administration
Process new hire information and background checks; coordinate drug screens and complete I-9/E-Verification
Coordinate employee onboarding and orientations
Participate in implementing HR policies, procedures, and practices
Assist with planning and coordinating training programs and employee events
Track employee attendance
Administer company policies, procedures, and documentation
Cover reception as needed
Perform clerical duties including data entry and filing
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a related field required
Proven experience in HR operations preferably in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
Experience with full cycle recruitment and onboarding
Experience with HRIS and ATS systems preferred
Experience using Microsoft Office programs required
Must be able to speak, listen and effectively communicate with team members and actively participate in team/department meetings and initiatives
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills with the ability to work well under pressure
Must be able to effectively collaborate and develop a strong relationship with plant operations leadership and staff
Must be able to effectively communicate with employees in all types of personnel interactions and provide thorough written documentation
Able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Able to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Able to work professionally with employees, co-workers, and vendors
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Position is essentially sedentary but must have ability to regularly climb stairs and access all areas of the office and plant
Involves extensive keyboard operation and regular use of office equipment
Involves occasional offsite trainings, seminars, and webinars