We are looking for a Human Resources (HR) Assistant to join a food and food processing organization in Paramus, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position will support day-to-day HR administration while helping coordinate a high-visibility implementation effort through strong organization, communication, and follow-through. The role is ideal for someone who can keep records accurate, manage competing priorities, and provide dependable support to employees, managers, and project stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain organized electronic and hard-copy HR files, ensuring records are accurate, accessible, and handled in accordance with privacy standards.<br>• Prepare clear reports, internal communications, presentations, and other written materials with careful attention to clarity and accuracy.<br>• Arrange meetings by managing calendars, booking spaces, coordinating logistics, and helping sessions run smoothly from start to finish.<br>• Capture discussion points, document next steps, and monitor deadlines, milestones, and deliverables to keep activities on schedule.<br>• Share timely updates with stakeholders to support alignment across HR, employees, managers, and cross-functional teams.<br>• Respond to employee questions on HR-related topics and provide reliable administrative support for routine requests.<br>• Create and update process guides, standard operating procedures, and knowledge resources to strengthen consistency across HR activities.<br>• Assist with onboarding tasks, screening coordination, and other HR initiatives that support a positive employee experience.<br>• Support project-related administrative work, including documentation and coordination tied to implementation activities, while following company policies and compliance requirements.
We are looking for a Human Resources Assistant to support core HR operations. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in coordinating onboarding activities, maintaining accurate employee records, and assisting with day-to-day HR administration. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable working across HR systems while helping create a smooth employee experience.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate new employee intake activities, including document collection, pre-employment steps, and orientation scheduling to ensure a seamless onboarding process.<br>• Maintain and update employee information within HR systems, ensuring records remain accurate, current, and compliant with internal standards.<br>• Assist with background screening processes by initiating checks, tracking results, and following up on outstanding items.<br>• Respond to routine employee questions related to HR policies, procedures, and general administrative matters in a timely and effective manner.<br>• Provide administrative support for HR programs and day-to-day operations, including preparing forms, organizing documentation, and monitoring status updates.<br>• Partner with internal teams to support employee relations activities by gathering information, maintaining confidentiality, and helping coordinate follow-up actions.<br>• Contribute to HRIS-related tasks such as data entry, record validation, and support for onboarding workflows tied to system processes.