Senior Human Resources Associate - New Jersey, United States - Ascendo Resources

Description

Job Title: Senior Human Resources Associate

Type of Employment: Direct Hire Opportunity

Our client is in search of a Senior Human Resources Associate to join their growing team. As a vital member of the HR department, you will play a key role in various HR functions such as recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training and development, as well as ensuring compliance. This position requires a high degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and strong communication skills with employees at all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Offer comprehensive HR support to designated facilities.
• Assist the Human Resources Director in implementing policies and procedures across multiple locations.
• Support day-to-day HR operations including employee communication, onboarding/offboarding, leave management, workers' compensation, HR data management, and employee relations.
• Conduct training sessions for employees at various levels.
• Collaborate with the recruitment team to identify and select internal and external candidates.
• Resolve issues related to values, diversity, and the Open Door policy effectively.
• Conduct orientations for new hires.
• Ensure adherence to employment laws and company policies, working closely with Employee Relations and legal teams.
• Provide guidance and recommendations for the growth of non-exempt employees and Supervisors.
• Assist in conflict resolution and interventions in partnership with HR leadership.
• Oversee contractor agency relations with front-line supervisors and the internal HR Director.
• Deliver, monitor, and provide training for site Supervisors and non-exempt employees, both technical and non-technical.
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Accurately handle payroll processing for all staff members in compliance with regulations.
• Ensure timely submission of payroll taxes and other deductions.
• Manage time approvals by managers and functional timekeepers, ensuring compliance.
• Handle non-benefit deductions, including garnishment interpretation and distribution.
• Travel might be necessary.

Experience/Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Human Resources, ideally in the food manufacturing/production or start-up sectors.
• At least 4 years of experience in Payroll administration.
• Proficient in recruitment strategies, employment agency operations, and interviewing methods.
• Solid understanding of employee relations, diversity, performance management, and labor laws, with the ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal abilities, coaching, and counseling skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems.
• Fluency in English/Spanish is a plus.

Schedule:

• Working days: Monday to Friday (flexibility for weekend shifts required).
• Working hours: 8am to 5pm (flexible schedule).

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching.
• Dental insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vision insurance.

Ascendo is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not face discrimination based on disability.