HR Assistant / Receptionist

Job Type

Full-Time

Position Summary

Tamarack Foods is seeking a professional and organized HR Assistant / Receptionist to support the Human Resources department and serve as the first point of contact for employees, visitors, and applicants. This role combines administrative HR support with front-desk responsibilities to ensure smooth daily operations and a welcoming workplace environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Reception & Front Desk

• Greet visitors, applicants, and vendors in a professional manner
• Answer and direct incoming calls
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries
• Maintain a clean and organized reception area
• Provide general information to employees and visitors

HR Administrative Support

• Assist with onboarding paperwork and new hire orientation
• Maintain employee personnel files and HR records
• Assist with employee status updates, rollovers, and documentation
• Coordinate interviews and candidate scheduling
• Support HR with benefits enrollment and employee communications
• Track employee attendance and documentation as needed

Office Administration

• Order and maintain office supplies
• Support scheduling of meetings and HR events
• Assist with data entry and HR reporting
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• 1-2 years administrative, receptionist, or HR support experience
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Preferred

• Associate degree in Business Administration or Human Resources
• Experience in HR systems or payroll systems
• Experience in manufacturing or food production environments