Human Resources Assistant

Location: St. Charles

## Human Resources Assistant Apply locations:
Mt. Vernon, MOtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
August 3, 2026 (6 days left to apply) job requisition :
R0036838#
** Job Category:
** Human Resources#
** Job Family:
** Human Resources Generalists#
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* Job Description:

** Resume is required when applying. Testing for Word, Excel, and Wonscore required to be completed or scheduled with HR for internal candidates by 8am on 8/3/2026. This position is an interview position plus a presentation and will be awarded based on qualification and interview.

The Human Resources Assistant provides administrative and functional support for Human Resources operations, payroll-related activities, recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, employee records, attendance tracking, scheduling, and plant-related HR processes. This position requires a high level of confidentiality, professionalism, accuracy, and organization while supporting employees, leaders, and HR team members in a positive and service-focused manner.
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*** Maintain personnel records, employee files, reports, and required documentation, including I-9 records, training records, certifications, drug screen documentation, and other HR records.
* Support recruiting and hiring processes, including job postings, applicant coordination, testing, interview scheduling, onboarding, orientation, and related documentation.
* Create and maintain partner schedules.
* Respond to external phone inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
* Maintain Affirmative Action logs and assist with compliance-related recordkeeping.
* Administer and support job bidding and Career Opportunity processes.
* Support benefits administration, including eligibility, enrollment, claims support, plan coverage questions, 401(k), STD, LTD, and other benefit-related inquiries.
* Assist employees with HR, payroll, benefits, enrollment, attendance, scheduling, and general employment-related questions.
* Maintain data in KRONOS, Workday, and other HR or payroll database systems.
* Track absenteeism records and communicate annual absenteeism rates to appropriate leaders on a regular basis.
* Track and schedule vacation, and related time-off records.
* Prepare confidential documents, memos, correspondence, reports, schedules, and other administrative materials as requested.
* Support payroll-related activities, invoice processing, data entry, and discrepancy resolution by working with Home Office, Finance, Payroll, Leadership, and other partners.
* Order and issue appropriate uniform apparel to employees and leaders.
* Assist with plant activities, community involvement events, training, presentations, scheduling, and other HR-related projects.
* Provide backup support for HR team members and assist with additional administrative or HR functional needs as assigned.
* Maintain strict confidentiality of employee, payroll, benefits, medical, and other sensitive information at all times.
** Qualifications
* ** High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
* Some college coursework preferred.
* Bilingue (English/Spanish) preferred.
* Previous HR, payroll, administrative, or related office experience preferred.
* Must successfully complete required testing, including Wonscore, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and any other applicable skills assessments.
* Resume and interview are required as part of the selection process.
* Must meet minimum testing requirements to be considered a successful bidder.
* Must not have an immediate family member working non as defined by company relationship guidelines, including spouse, parent/stepparent, child/stepchild, sibling/step sibling, grandparent/step-grandparent, or in-law relationships.
** Required Skills and Competencies
*** Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
* Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to multitask, prioritize work, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
* Professional, positive, and constructive communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and other standard office systems.
* Ability to work effectively with employees, leaders, HR team members, and external partners.
* Strong work habits, including neatness, reliability, detail consciousness, and follow-through.
* High energy, flexibility, and ability to handle stress, change, and multiple responsibilities.
* Willingness to maintain HR knowledge through coursework, training, or continued learning.
** Work Requirements
*** Must be flexible and willing to take on additional responsibilities in support of co-workers and business needs.
* Must be willing and able to work overtime and/or varied shifts as needed.
* Must conduct all work in a professional, positive, and confidential manner.
* Must perform any and all other duties as assigned by the HR Team Leader.#
** Eligible partners will…