What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Assistant position at Harlan Bakeries, LLC?
Company Description Harlan Bakeries, LLC is an international wholesale supplier and distributor specializing in in-store bakery products, private label baked goods, and several well-known bagel and bakery brands. The company produces a wide range of items including bagels, pies, cakes, cookies, and muffins, and also serves as a contract manufacturer for leading baking and food service companies. Harlan Bakeries operates seven production facilities totaling more than 1 million square feet of production, warehousing, and distribution space. The corporate office and a major production facility are located in Avon, IN, with additional facilities in Indianapolis, IN; Madison, WI; Denver, CO; Austin, MN; Kentville, Nova Scotia; and Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Team members join a growing organization that supports large-scale operations and diverse product lines across North America.
Role Description The Human Resources Assistant is a full-time, on-site role based at the corporate office in Avon, IN. This role supports daily HR operations, including maintaining employee records, assisting with onboarding and orientation, and coordinating employee training activities. Responsibilities include helping administer benefits, responding to employee inquiries, and updating information in HR systems. The Human Resources Assistant will assist with HR documentation, compliance reporting, and support recruitment activities such as scheduling interviews and preparing offer materials. The role collaborates closely with HR team members, supervisors, and employees across the facility to ensure efficient, accurate, and confidential HR support.
Qualifications
- Foundational knowledge in Human Resources (HR) and HR Management, with the ability to support day-to-day HR processes and policies.
- Experience using Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) or similar HR databases, including accurate data entry and reporting.
- Exposure to Benefits Administration, such as assisting with enrollments, changes, and employee questions regarding benefits programs.
- Ability to support Training activities, including scheduling sessions, maintaining training records, and coordinating materials.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and confidential approach to sensitive information.
- Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office or similar) and comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Preferred: Prior experience in an HR support role, particularly in manufacturing or distribution; associate or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field is beneficial.