HR Representative (2nd Shift)

Position: HR Representative (late shift)

Department: HR

Reports To: HR Manager

Salary Type: Salary Non-Exempt

Salary: Competitive + Benefits + $3000 sign-on bonus

Location: Swedesboro, NJ

Groupe Bonduelle is a company that is making a positive impact

Groupe Bonduelle is the world leader in ready-to-use plant-based food. By joining our company you will have an opportunity to make a positive and sustainable impact on yourself, others and the planet. You will play an active part in our mission to inspire the transition toward a plant-based diet to contribute to people's well-being and planet health.

Groupe Bonduelle Fresh Americas is the U.S. business unit of France based Groupe Bonduelle (BON.PA). We are the first business unit of Groupe Bonduelle to become a Certified B Corporation. We operate four processing facilities throughout the U.S. and employ nearly 3,000 Associates who focus on producing and bringing to market fresh vegetable products, prepared salads and plant-based meal solutions.

Groupe Bonduelle is a 170 year old French family-owned company that has been at the forefront of plant based food innovations since 1853. Our ready-to-use plant-based food products are grown on 173,000 acres by our grower partners and marketed in nearly 100 countries. The company currently employees more than 12,000 Associates globally.

Join us at Bonduelle Fresh Americas for an opportunity to advance your career in a culture that places people first and makes contributing to a better future through plant-based food our top priority.

Position Summary:
The Human Resources Representative will provide operational and administrative support to the Human Resources team, Operations team and hourly employees in a fast paced manufacturing environment.

What you will Do:

• Key Contributor on national projects and helps execute processes across the plant.
• Conducts entry-level ER investigations and partners with HR Manager to determine corrective disciplinary action.
• Assists HR team with recruiting efforts, including external hiring, temp conversions, onboarding and orientation. 
• Works with the HR Manager on skills, developmental needs and career development.
• Strong knowledge of HR policies and procedures and ensures consistency in application.
• Collaborates with Team Leads on investigations and provides findings to the HRBP/Manager on a timely basis. 
• Assists and coordinates round table meetings.
• Attends and actively participates in monthly HR Representative meetings across all plants.
• Counsel associates concerning work-related problems and/or concerns when necessary. 
• Support HR team on special projects and provide necessary data or support needed for success of project. 
• Support I-9 and attendance program audits on a monthly and quarterly basis. 
• Build and maintain relationships with other HR Reps in other plants and leverage best practices across plants. 
• Support Sr. HR Rep (when needed) on all KPI/Reports on a weekly/monthly basis including Headcount, Turnover, Demographics and any other critical HR data. 
• Assist on External Audit Document Control and provide any relevant information for 3rd party audits. 

What you will Need: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or additional relevant work experience is required.
• 2-3 years of HR experience required.
• Previous experience in manufacturing or distribution center environment is strongly preferred;
• Ability to establish credibility as a trusted advisor. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent computer skills including Google Suite and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate up and down the organization.

Related Success Metrics:

• Reduced Turnover and improved employee engagement.
• TCIR(Safety)

Desired Traits:

• Excellence- ability to deliver consistent quality results through sense of urgency and taking initiative, while also demonstrating flexibility to meet business needs.
• People-minded- ability to foster mutual respect and positive relationships with co-workers, demonstrates listening skills and ensures physical safety of self and others.
• Integrity- honors commitments, acts honestly and with accountability.
• Fairness- ensures objectivity and sets a good example for others, contributes to sense of community within the HR department and with relative stakeholders.
• Trust and Openness-can delegate and contribute to team spirit while allowing others to try new things; promotes “One Team” mentality across the organization. 

Bonduelle Fresh Americas does not require employees to be COVID-19 vaccinated and/or boostered at this time, but does require disclosure of vaccination status and supporting documents. Bonduelle Fresh Americas reserves the right to modify any internal policies, including safety policies, as needed and in compliance with all applicable laws.</p> <p> </p> <p><em>Bonduelle Fresh Americas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to create a workforce that truly reflects our communities. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to veterans and individuals with disabilities or special needs during the application process and employment. If you need assistance, please contact us at (626) 856-8686 or bfa-info@bonduelle.com.  </em></p>
Bonduelle Fresh Americas does not require employees to be COVID-19 vaccinated and/or boostered at this time, but does require disclosure of vaccination status and supporting documents. Bonduelle Fresh Americas reserves the right to modify any internal policies, including safety policies, as needed and in compliance with all applicable laws.

Bonduelle Fresh Americas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to create a workforce that truly reflects our communities. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to veterans and individuals with disabilities or special needs during the application process and employment. If you need assistance, please contact us at (626) 856-8686 or bfa-info@bonduelle.com.