HR Administrator

job purpose:

The HR Administrator is responsible for supporting the Dexter, New Mexico manufacturing site by managing administrative tasks, such as scheduling interviews, maintaining employee records, assisting with payroll and benefits, and serving as a first point of contact for employee inquiries. This role will also be performing administrative and organizational tasks within a manufacturing site, essentially acting as a key support role to keep the office running efficiently.

HR responsibilities:

• Assist with recruiting activities such as open interview days and publishing and removing job postings and ads, conducting phone screens, and managing on-site interviews.
• Coordinate the onboarding process for new hires, including orientation sessions, paperwork, and setup of workstations. 
• Compile, manage, and update employee records and databases, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality. 
• Assist with payroll processing, track attendance and leave, and help manage employee benefit programs. 
• Act as a point of contact for employee inquiries and complaints, escalating to the HR team for supp
• Help organize and coordinate site events, meetings, training sessions, and other activities. 
• Assist with any compliance postings and notices, as requested.
• Support HR management in understanding and implementing company policies, procedures, and other compliance-related tasks. 
• Provide additional support to HR team and plant, as needed.

Office responsibilities:

• Greet guests, employees and new hires and serve as a point of contact for employees and visitors.
• Ensure the office area and shared spaces are well maintained and organized.
• Assist department heads with administrative tasks, as requested.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail and coordinate package pickups.
• Coordinate, order and set up lunches and/or snacks for meetings, new hire orientation and visitors  
• Arrange meeting logistics, maintain shift calendars, update calendars with plant holidays, conference room availability and booking 
• Manage confidential documents and information with discretion 
• Suggest and implement improvements to office processes and procedures to increase efficiency. 

skills/qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years of experience in a Human Resources role. 
• Top notch written and verbal communication skills for interacting with employees and guests 
• Demonstrated ability to handle high-pressure situations with poise and professionalism 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook 
• Ability to handle unexpected issues or challenges with quick thinking and effective solutions 
• Master of managing multiple tasks, prioritizing responsibilities and keeping track of schedules and deadlines.
• Precision handling of documents, data entry, and other administrative tasks 
• Skilled in building and maintaining professional relationships 
• Ability and willingness to occasionally work early mornings, evenings and weekend days 

working conditions and physical requirements:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.  
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time, as needed. 
• Ability to work off hours as needed. 
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. as needed. 
• Limited exposure to physical risk. 

food safety requirements:

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.
• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

how fairlife nourishes you: 

At fairlife, we believe in better — and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and wellbeing resources designed to support you physically, emotionally, socially, and financially, both in and out of work. 

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one! 
• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance) 
• Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance 
• Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000) 
• Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support 
• 401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match 
• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses) 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support 
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability 
• Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants) 
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month) 
• Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential 
• Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups 

position location: Dexter, NM

reports to: Director, Human Resources

travel requirements: <10%

exempt/nonexempt: Exempt