Human Resources Clerk

About Us:

The Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) is a member-owned and operated milk marketing cooperative known for producing high-quality, award-winning dairy products. Established in 1916, MMPA markets 5 billion pounds of milk annually and is the ninth largest dairy farmer-owned cooperative in the United States, serving members in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Wisconsin. At MMPA, commitment to milk quality begins on the farm and extends through five processing facilities and wholly owned subsidiary brands, Superior Dairy and Heritage Ridge Creamery. With seven sites across Michigan, Indiana and Ohio, MMPA continues to shape the future of the dairy industry through innovation, product diversification and strategic growth while returning value to its member-owners.

Why you'll love working here:

• Competitive salary
• Health and wellness benefits with medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health benefits
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement including 401k with employer contributions
• Personal and professional growth opportunities
• Employee appreciation events and recognition awards
• Employee wellness initiatives
• Employee feedback and suggestion forums

Position Summary

The Michigan Milk Producers Association is looking for an experienced Human Resources Clerk to join our team in our Ovid, MI facility. As an HR Clerk, you will be responsible for hourly payroll processing and human resources functions for the facility to ensure they are aligned with the collective bargaining agreement and organizational objectives. The HR Clerk will also lead recruiting and onboarding of hourly employees, training, benefit enrollment support, employee relations, and administrative tasks.

Job Responsibilities

• Process weekly hourly payroll and ensure data accuracy in the system for wages, banking information, classifications, etc.
• Ability to provide HR coverage across three shifts.
• Ensure adherence to the collective bargaining agreement in terms of administration, pay, job transfers, etc.
• Responsible for hourly recruiting, selection, and onboarding and associated responsibilities/tasks.
• Prepare reports, tracking employee absenteeism and subsequent disciplinary action.
• Administer leaves of absence by providing necessary paperwork, documentation, and coordination.
• Administer Workers' Compensation programs, including filing claims and working with the insurance carrier and employee throughout the recovery process.
• Conduct hourly onboarding and offboarding processes, including document collection and record-keeping.
• Assist in managing employee records, benefits, and compliance-related documentation.
• Support HR with employee engagement initiatives and events while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Ensure employees are equipped with uniforms, PPE, and other supplies needed to perform their jobs safely.
• Participate in grievance meetings with company and union personnel.
• Work with the plant management team to foster an environment of open communication and fair, consistent treatment of all employees.
• Perform other HR-related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field
• Previous HR experience in a manufacturing environment
• Highly organized and efficient worker with strong multitasking abilities
• Positive and personable demeanor
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow directions accurately
• Proficiency in Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with HR practices is a plus
• Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate records

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities that are required of the role. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

MMPA provides the opportunity for meaningful work that makes a difference in the dairy industry and in our communities. The diverse talents and perspectives of our employees help us to meet the needs of our member farms and the customers we serve.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States.

MMPA is committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive environment for all employees as one of our top priorities. As part of our commitment to your well-being and workplace safety, all applicants are required to undergo a drug screening and background check as part of the hiring process.

We are not accepting unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals, or rsums from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies for this position.

MMPA is an equal opportunity employer.

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