Human Resources Assistant
Location: Chippewa Falls, WI
Salary: Based on experience and education
We are looking to add a team member to our Human Resources team to carry out our company mission of maintaining an inclusive culture of trust, honesty, humility, integrity, and candor in our dealings with others, ourselves, and our communities.
- Premium Waters is committed to providing high quality bottled water in an environmentally friendly manner.
- Our Teams focus on proactively supporting safety, understanding sustainability, and building lasting relationships.
We’re looking for a passionate individual to fill our Human Resources Assistant role and to join location in Chippewa Falls, WI where we work together to continuously improve the bottled water industry.
Interested? Keep on reading!
Who are we?
Premium Waters, Inc. was founded in1994 when Cy Chesterman of The Chesterman Company ventured into the bottled water business by purchasing a bottled water plant in Willmar, Minnesota. Since 1994, Premium Waters has grown into a leader in the bottled water industry. Premium Waters has hundreds of employees, growing revenues and sales across North America.
At Premium Waters, we are on a mission to continuously grow and expand our services while lending a helping hand to our communities. We donate over xxx bottles of water per year to our communities, volunteer throughout the year helping a variety different organizations meet goals and help others, and we also pour into our own Premium Waters’ family by hosting family events.
Our vision:
We are a customer responsive, innovative bottled water supplier that functions in a safe, caring and participative environment. We will be a responsive provider of high quality, low cost bottled water. Our actions demonstrate how we value our customers. We will drive out costs in everything we do. We will treat each other respectfully. We will regard our Team Members as Premium Waters’ most valuable resource. We will have a positive impact on our community and environment. We will deliver excellent value to all of our stakeholders.
What you’ll be working on
The Human Resources Assistant will report to the Human Resources Manager and be responsible for a number of different personnel related administrative tasks and providing clerical support to the HR department and employees regarding human resources related activities, policies, processes, and procedures.
Essential Job Duties:
- Provide high-level customer service regarding employee-related matters.
- Process bi-weekly payroll, including approval of timecards, employee reimbursements, and new hire/termination reporting.
- Assist with the temporary labor provider for the plant/office.
- Support the organization on employee development to include training, development plans, and career pathing.
- Assist with timely communication within the organization regarding organizational changes and other important topics.
- Assist with projects related to process improvement.
- Recruiting operators, forklift drivers, and other non-management positions.
- Performance management and improvement tracking systems support.
- Employee orientation, development, and training support.
- Assist with communication between the company and employees
- Compensation and benefits administration and recordkeeping.
- Run and distribute monthly reports for attendance, training, and safety checks.
- Employee safety, welfare, wellness, and health reporting support.
- HR filing system.
Non-Essential Job Duties:
- Will perform other related work as assigned.
- In the absence of this employee, the direct manager or appointee will cover responsibilities.
Why work with us?
We strive to foster an environment that celebrates differences in our teams at all PWI locations. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive workforce results in better decision-making, faster and more innovative problem solving, and creates a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.
Benefits include:
- Medical and Prescription Drug with a Company Vision Program
- Dental
- A generous PTO program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Gym Reimbursement Program and Company Paid Wellness Coach
- Online Virtual Care
- Company Paid Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, Children
- Company Paid Long and Short-Term Disability
- Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account
- Education/Tuition Reimbursement Program
- 401(K) – Company Match 100% up to 4%
- Bereavement Leave
- Volunteer Time Off Program
- Holiday Pay
- Employee Water Program – Free Water
- Referral Bonus
- Daily Pay
- Onsite wellness coaching and physical therapy
Preferred requirements for this role:
- Associate’s degree in Business or Human Resources or equivalent experience
- 1-3 years of Human Resources experience; generalist experience desired
- Exposure to some or all of the main HR disciplines including talent acquisition, performance management, organizational development, compensation, benefits, HRIS, and employee relations
- Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Basic business acumen
- Ability to build strong relationships with internal customers
- Knowledge and understanding of Federal, State and Local legislation regarding employment and labor laws
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to handle highly sensitive information
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite