Human Resources and Office Assistant

Posted 11 Days Ago
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Waterloo, IA, USA
Hybrid
23-23 Hourly
Mid level
Consumer Web • Food • Manufacturing
The Role
Provides administrative and human resources support in a manufacturing plant. Responsibilities include office operations, confidential recordkeeping, scheduling, reception, supply ordering, report preparation, attendance and vacation tracking, employee assistance, and process improvement. The role requires independent work, multitasking, and communication with employees, visitors, vendors, and business partners in an onsite environment.
Summary Generated by Built In
Shift: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

Hourly Rate: $23.00 an hour

Reporting into the Plant Human Resources Team, you will provide administrative and human resources support to plant operations while serving as a key point of contact for employees, visitors, vendors, and business partners. You will perform a variety of clerical, administrative, and technical support activities across multiple functional areas. You will maintain confidential records, coordinate daily office operations, prepare reports, support attendance and vacation tracking, and help ensure efficient plant administration. You will work independently with limited supervision while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

  • Perform clerical, administrative, and general office duties including typing, filing, record maintenance, mail distribution, and document management.
  • Schedule appointments and coordinate onsite meetings, events, and plant functions.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for guest, vendor, and telephone reception.
  • Order office and operational supplies as needed.
  • Support the Human Resources team.
  • Prepare standard reports by gathering, compiling, and summarizing data.
  • Respond to routine inquiries and provide information to employees, visitors, and business partners.
  • Resolve routine questions and issues independently and escalate more complex matters appropriately.
  • Manage multiple priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines and business needs.
  • Contribute ideas for process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Associate degree in Human Resources, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant administrative, office support, or human resources experience will be considered.
  • Three or more years of related administrative, office support, or human resources experience.
  • Proficiency using computer systems and business software applications.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience gathering, researching, and evaluating information.
  • Flexibility to work effectively with diverse personalities and changing business priorities.

Physical Requirements

More information on the essential tasks and facility will be shared during the hiring process. Please be aware that in a manufacturing environment, the noise levels can be high and the temperatures may vary. Depending on the role, physical and environmental requirements can differ but include:

  • Being on your feet, walking around the facility, climbing stairs/ladders or kneeling for extended periods of time.
  • Performing consistent repetitive tasks.
  • Frequently lifting, pushing or carrying materials.

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Anticipated Close Date: October 25, 2026

Location: Waterloo, Iowa

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

  • Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance

  • Wealth: Great pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan

  • Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration

  • Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities

Our Company

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Associate degree in Human Resources, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Three or more years of related administrative, office support, or human resources experience
  • Proficiency using computer systems and business software applications
  • Strong analytical skills, including gathering, researching, and evaluating information
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse personalities and changing business priorities
  • Ability to perform physical tasks in a manufacturing environment, including standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, and lifting, pushing, or carrying materials

Conagra Brands Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Conagra Brands and has not been reviewed or approved by Conagra Brands.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement programs are described as a standout, with a 401(k) that includes a company match and an additional company contribution, plus pension eligibility for certain groups. Company materials and filings emphasize this as a core strength across many roles.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive pay and bonus opportunities are presented as a meaningful part of total rewards. Summaries characterize annual incentives as consistent and an important contributor to overall compensation.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Health, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, and wellness resources are highlighted alongside perks like discounts and legal benefits. Day‑one eligibility for many corporate and non‑union roles is called out, supporting easy access to these programs.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
18,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1919

What We Do

Conagra has the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. Our diverse team embraces debate to challenge marketplace/business conventions. We are respected for our great brands, great food, great margins and consistent results. We combine a rich heritage with a sharpened focus and entrepreneurial spirit. Conagra’s portfolio of iconic and emerging food brands continues to evolve to offer contemporary choices for every occasion. We are a 100 year-old company with a startup attitude - an imperative to transform how we do business. What’s not changing? Our timeless values: integrity, external focus, broad-mindedness, agility, leadership by all, and a focus on results.

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