HR Representative

Why Valmont
 

We’re Here to Move the World Forward.

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

A Brief Summary of This Position:

The HR Representative performs a variety of clerical/administrative duties in support of the Human Resources department.  In coordination with the HR Manager, the incumbent assists with implementation of Human Resources programs and practices including recruiting, onboarding, training, benefits and related programs for the site.

Essential Functions:

• Process timekeeping reports/records for approximately 175 employees
• Assist with recruiting efforts, job fairs, pre-screening, tracking requisition process to closure
• Maintain employee personnel files and assist with maintenance of online employee records through Workday: pay rate changes, leaves, and other personnel status updates
• Update communication board as needed
• Plan celebrations and coordinate with vendors for meals, venue, hotel, airfare, etc., as needed
• Assist with general office duties i.e. answer phones, office supply ordering, etc.
• Other duties as assigned or needed

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• High School diploma and 2+ years of work/educational experience
• General knowledge of Human Resources policies and procedures including EEO, AAP and other legal aspects of the HR function
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions 
• The ability to be discrete in any confidential HR areas such as payroll, employee issues or concerns, and competitive company information
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects and priorities
• Work effectively in a team environment with all levels of the organization
• Ability to create, foster and grow business relationships with management and team members

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree preferred
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an HR related position
• Prior experience with HRIS systems

Working Environment and Physical Efforts:

Work is typically performed in an office setting.  The incumbent is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, as well as talk and listen on the phone and in personal conversations or meetings.   This position will be exposed to all hazards located at manufacturing sites including noise, fumes, excessive heat/cold, dust, welding arc, all chemicals associated with the manufacturing areas, smoke and confined spaces.  Travel as needed less than 5-10%.

The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms while working in the office with various files and forms and while working on the computer.  The employee is occasionally required to move about the office.  Incumbent must utilize proper ergonomic safeguards such as monitor height and positions, keyboard location and height and proper wrists rests.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds in working with large files, binders, and boxes of paper.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

• 401k retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off

• Employer paid life insurance

• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

• Work Life Support

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email [email protected].