Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressings, mayonnaise and sauces. Stratas Foods was formed in October 2008 as a 50/50 joint venture between ACH Food Companies (ACH) and Archer Daniels Midland (ADM).

Manufacturing facilities are located in Dallas and Houston, TX; Decatur and Quincy, IL; Englewood, NJ; Fresno, CA; Nashville, TN; and Valdosta, GA. Corporate offices are located in Memphis, TN. We are committed to maintaining a progressive workplace by utilizing the ideas, skills and talents of all of our employees. We strive to make Stratas Foods a great place to work and are building a team capable of meeting our business goals.

Schedule: Monday - Friday & Typical Business Hours (8-5) but hours can vary based on business needs.

This position is responsible for or involved in recruiting, payroll, and benefits related issues. Will also assist Human Resource Operations Manager with various generalist and/or administrative functions.

Job Responsibilities

• Process weekly/bi-weekly payroll timely and accurately.
• Process new hires and terminations including E-Verify, PAF, etc.
• Daily monitoring of time clock system to ensure data accuracy.
• Serve as point person for all payroll related issues/concerns.
• Communicate the various benefit plans (i.e. healthcare, life insurance, retirement savings programs) and maintain appropriate files.
• Lead the recruiting process for Plant hourly and various salaried positions using approved resources, i.e. Smart Recruiters.
• Maintain employee human resource files. Assist employees with Self-Service and other self-help resources.
• Assist with Employee Relations and union grievance process.
• Assist Health & Safety professional with Worker’s Compensation incident reporting, training, and record keeping.
• Serve as point person for employees regarding FMLA and other leave issues.
• Actively assist with audits.
• On-board all new hourly and salaried employees. Administer, log, maintain, and track all required training courses.
• Participate in and assist HR Operations team with implementing policy, procedures, and practices involving the Human Resource function.
• Three shift operation so flexing schedule at times may be necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned by HR Manager or Plant Manager.

Competencies

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Works well in group problem solving situations.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Treat all employee matters as confidential.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree in Business field preferred.

Related Experience: 2 – 3 years of Human Resources, Attendance Tracking, Recruiting and Payroll experience.

Biligual: Fluent in English and Spanish

Equipment/Software Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Physical: Typing and manual dexterity required. Lifting of up to 25lbs. Position sits, speaks on the phone and computer work-70% of time. 30% of the time must walk, reach, and stand.

Sensory: Visual, speaking, and touch is essential.

Mental/Reasoning: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Good organizational skills with strong discipline and work ethic. Dependable. Ability to multitask and work under pressure while managing obstacles such as time constraints and prioritize workload appropriately. Must work well with others under little supervision. Confidentiality is critical.

Stratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law, including but not limited to, on the basis of race or color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, national origin/ancestry, mental or physical disability, family status/marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, and any other legally protected status.