HR & Training Admin — People Development

Kepak Group; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Further Education support

Dedicated L&D Team

Bike to Work Scheme

Long Service Awards

BUPA Cash plan

Job summary

Kepak Foods Division in York is seeking an enthusiastic HR & Training Administrator to join our team and support recruitment, onboarding, training, and day-to-day HR activities.

You will coordinate mandatory training, maintain records, and partner with managers to develop our workforce in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year HR admin experience, solid IT skills, and a CIPD would be beneficial.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in HR administration, training coordination or similar operational HR role (manufacturing experience advantageous).
• A HR, L&D or equivalent third level qualification - CIPD would be beneficial but not essential.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, shift-based environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build effective working relationships.
• Confident with IT systems (HRIS, LMS, MS Office).
• Understanding of GDPR and HR compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR administration, including contracts, records, system updates, and reporting.
• Maintain accurate HR and training records, ensuring compliance and audit readiness.
• Coordinate mandatory training, including Health & Safety, Food Safety, and compliance programmes.
• Support improvements to HR and training processes.
• Assist with people initiatives, engagement activities, and development programmes.
• Provide accurate people data and reporting to support business decisions.
• Coordinate training activities to support colleague development and operational excellence.
• Partner with managers to ensure employees are trained, competent, and successful in their roles.
• Work closely with HR, Operations, and managers to deliver a positive colleague experience.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, inductions, and training schedules.
• Build strong relationships as a visible, approachable point of contact across the site.

Skills

HR administration

Training coordination

Organisational skills

IT systems

GDPR compliance

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Shift‑based flexibility

Education

HR/L&D degree or equivalent

CIPD qualification (beneficial)

Tools

HRIS

LMS

MS Office

Job description

Kepak Foods Division in York is seeking an enthusiastic HR & Training Administrator to join our team and support recruitment, onboarding, training, and day-to-day HR activities.

You will coordinate mandatory training, maintain records, and partner with managers to develop our workforce in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year HR admin experience, solid IT skills, and a CIPD would be beneficial.