• HR Coordinator

    Farmers Union Industries, LLC (Redwood Falls, MN)


    HR Coordinator

    Job Details

    Level

    Experienced

    Job Location

     

    FUI Corporate Office - Redwood Falls, MN

    Position Type

    Full Time

     

    Salary Range

     

    $24.00 - $26.00 Hourly

     

    Travel Percentage

     

    Up to 25%

     

    Job Shift

     

    1st (Day Shift)

     

    Job Category

     

    Human Resources, Payroll, & Benefits

    Description

    The FUI Human Resources Team in Redwood Falls, MN is eagerly seeking to add a new team member to help support the company's benefit and leave programs!Prior experience is preferred, but we are willing to help develop an individual with the passion and capacity to become a vital member of the FUI team.We offer a competitive hourly wage based on experience along with a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K match, a paid life insurance policy, a paid birthday holiday, and much more!

     

    Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website atfuillc.comto learn more!

     

    Schedule

     

    Monday to Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. Willing to consider an alternative schedule or ability to work from home at least 1 day/week.

     

    Areas of Accountability

     

    All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

     

    Benefits Administration & Reconciliation Leave of Absence Tracking

     

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

     

    Communicate with and support employees regarding leave entitlements, procedures, and required documentation

     

    Process leave of absence approvals and rejections in accordance with company policies and federal/state leave laws

     

    Track various types of leave including, but not limited to, continuous, intermittent, paid, and unpaid

     

    Coordinate with managers to develop modified work schedules and/or return-to-work accommodations

     

    Provide appropriate documentation to vendors regarding life, pension, and disability claims

     

    Respond to unemployment/reemployment inquiries, contest eligibility when necessary, and store said documents

     

    Act as a centralized resource for employees with benefit questions

     

    Communicate with various vendors or brokers to respond to general employee benefit inquiries

     

    Provide or direct employees to information and resources to improve understanding and utilization of the total benefit package

     

    Conduct appropriate research and resolve employee concerns regarding benefits

     

    Explain benefit programs and other payroll/HR-related matters in new employee orientation

     

    Assist with new hire benefit enrollment, when requested

     

    Process payroll transactions for benefit deductions

     

    Prepare payment for group plan invoices and process monthly billings

     

    Audit and verify accuracy and eligibility of all employee benefit change requests

     

    Travel to FUI’s divisions for one-day trips as needed during open enrollment

     

    Process open enrollment benefit plan transfers

     

    Annually issue individual summary of benefits to employees

     

    Process and track all COBRA events

     

    Oversee the processing of tuition reimbursement, wellness day, and volunteer day programs

     

    Review, create, and distribute ACA and 1095 forms

     

    Monitor and document compliance with OSHA, DOT, food safety, and company policy trainings

     

    Assist in overseeing the renewal of employee certificates and/or licenses

     

    Request random drug screen selections, maintain results, and notify and assist HR Director with EAP referrals, when needed

     

    Upkeep employee benefit files and other records, as needed

     

    Support general Human Resources functions, as requested

     

    Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

     

    Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

    Qualifications

    Degree in HR, business, or accounting, preferred; or comparable education and/or experience

     

    Three years of experience in a payroll and/or benefits role, preferred

     

    Bilingual (English/Spanish), helpful

     

    Ability to learn and stay up to date on relevant employment (payroll/benefits) legislation

     

    Experience with management of an HRIS and payroll processing system; Paycom experience, a plus

     

    High level of proficiency, accuracy, discretion, and confidentiality

     

    Experience in a high-volume, multi-location environment, preferred

     

    Advanced written and verbal communication skills with a high level of professionalism

     

    Strong sense of initiative and independent problem-solving with the ability to manage time and deadlines with little supervision

     

    Ability to attain and/or maintain a standard driver’s license

    Physical Requirements

    Perform desk work, sitting or standing up to 100% of the workday

     

    Repetitively use wrist, hand, and/or fingers