HR Support Specialist

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for supporting day-to-day Human Resources (HR) operations. Work involves supporting core HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, payroll coordination, and recordkeeping. Ensures compliance with federal and state employment laws while supporting a productive, safe, and collaborative work environment.

Work is performed under general supervision with limited latitude in the use of initiative. Position exercises some judgment in accordance with well-defined policies, procedures, and techniques. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions in this job description are intended only as an illustration of the various types of duties that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from job performance requirements if work is similar or related to the job.

• Supports recruitment for open positions by assisting applicants with applying to open positions, scheduling interviews, and preparing conference room for interviews

• Supports new hire onboarding and manages new hire safety training

• Serves as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies, benefits, and workplace concerns

• Maintains accurate timekeeping records, including seasonal and hourly labor

• Assists employees with benefit enrollment and insurance claims questions

• Maintains personnel files in accordance with legal requirements

• Ensures compliance with federal and state labor laws, including FLSA, OSHA, EEOC, and agricultural labor regulations

• Tracks required certifications, safety training, and licenses

• Supports workers’ compensation and safety reporting processes

• Coordinates required safety and compliance training

• Supports leadership with training initiatives and employee development programs

• Maintain Human Resources Information System (HRIS) data accuracy

• Generates reports on turnover, staffing levels, benefits enrollment, and workforce trends

• Supports audit preparation and regulatory reporting

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of administrative experience;

• OR a combination of experience, certification, education and training that demonstrates expertise in the related areas.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual – English and Spanish

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Additional education or certification in human resources or a related field

• Previous experience in an administrative or human resources support role

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of human resources processes and principles

• Knowledge of clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records and other office procedures

• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products (Teams, Word, Outlook and Excel) and applicable department and organization specific software; ability to learn and become proficient in the use of other specialized software as may be required

• Skill in using mathematics required for the work

• Ability to independently manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to review, compile and organize forms, documents and related records for efficient processing and ready retrieval

• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a service-oriented team

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive materials and information

• Ability to clearly communicate and understand information in English, orally and in writing

• Ability to follow public safety guidelines and protocols and perform job functions in a safe manner

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

• Ability to maintain regular attendance to ensure efficient and effective performance of job duties

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) REQUIREMENTS:

• Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort usually involving some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 20 pounds). May involve some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, walking, or standing. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and extended periods of time standing and/or walking.

• Tasks are regularly performed inside without exposure to adverse environmental conditions (e.g., dirt, cold, rain, fumes).

• Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity. Some tasks may involve identifying and distinguishing colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals. 

BENEFITS: We offer a suite of benefits, including but not limited to:

• Health, dental, vision

• Short-term and Long-term Disability

• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity

• Employee assistance program – offers confidential counseling and support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, jury duty)

• 401(k) program with highly competitive match

• Tuition reimbursement

COMPANY VISION:

SCGC’s vision is to deliver the greatest value to our member-growers and employees by being an industry leader in all we do. We are passionate about our vision, and we are looking for others who are equally passionate.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida (SCGC) is made up of primarily family-owned grower-members who cultivate sugarcane on over 75,000 acres of land, mainly in Palm Beach County, Florida. The Cooperative oversees the mechanical harvesting, processing, and marketing of raw sugar, molasses, and other by-products. With a workforce of over 500 employees, SCGC plays a key role in the sugarcane industry. Learn more at scgc.org. 

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.