Join SK FOOD GROUP and support the plant Human Resources team in a role focused on associate experience, communication, and people operations that help drive engagement and retention. This onsite position in Cleveland, TN 37353 supports day-to-day HR workflows across staffing, associate relations, leave administration, and recordkeeping, while helping keep managers and associates informed and supported.

What you’ll do

Support the daily workflow of the plant HR department by delivering superior customer service to associates and internal partners.
Process personnel changes and benefits paperwork, assist with plant communications, and help coordinate staffing and hiring needs.
Manage associate leave, including leaves of absence administration and transitional work or accommodations, and ensure timely and accurate ADP entries to support payroll and records.
Oversee associate timecards with timely and accurate review at each pay period’s bi-weekly close.
Maintain accurate employment files and records, including timely updates to SharePoint and ADP/HRIS for events such as new hires, termination, leaves, transfers, and promotions.
Assist with administration and communication of SK Food Group policies, procedures, programs, and benefits, providing guidance to associates and management.
Participate in recruitment, hiring, and onboarding, including working with outside suppliers for associate services such as temporary associates.
Handle associate relations matters including harassment allegations, work complaints, and other associate concerns.
Ensure HR programs are applied in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Perform other facility support duties as assigned.

Skills and qualifications

2+ years of experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
Bi-lingual in English and Spanish or other prevalent language at the plant location (preferred)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to use HRIS and payroll/timekeeping systems (ADP experience preferred)
Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams
Ability to maintain integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Excellent verbal and written communication
Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to prioritize and delegate when appropriate
Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations

Tools you’ll use

SharePoint, ADP, HRIS, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook

Benefits at SK FOOD GROUP

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Associate Bonus Programs
Family & Friends Referral Bonuses
DailyPay – Access Earned Pay Sooner
401k Retirement Plan with company match
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Health & Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
Dependent scholarship opportunities
Educational Tuition Assistance

Certifications

PHR, SHRM-CP, or related Human Resources Certification preferred.

Training and work environment

Training required on Good Manufacturing Practices to support effective implementation of the Food Safety Plan and maintain food safety, quality, and process efficiency.
Additional training required on how to identify food safety issues such as temperature control, cross-contamination, and sanitation and cleanliness of the lines.
Occasionally exposed to wet, humid conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold (non-weather), and loud noise (from machines).
Most time spent in an office environment where noise level is usually moderate.

Compensation: USD 57,766 - 72,207 per year.

Human Resources Generalist