Employee Experience & Onboarding Specialist

Country Pure Foods; Michigan; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Farms is seeking aRetention Specialist to promote our mission by strengthening the employer-employee relationship. This role coordinates retention, onboarding, and performance evaluations while supporting plant leadership and HR activities.

The position requires administrative experience, proficiency in ADP and Excel, and a solid understanding of labor laws. Candidates must be able to work across shifts at multiple plants and maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Six months experience in an administrative role, preferably in an HR environment.
• Experience using ADP and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of current State Labor Laws.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to employee questions and escalate to supervision/HR as needed.
• Assist with onboarding and training administration.
• Prepare monthly reports for plant leadership and support departments.
• Coordinate attendance and schedule changes by contacting employees.
• Conduct 90-day check-ins with new hires to ensure policy understanding.
• Conduct exit interviews to capture data and trends.
• Maintain confidential employee information.
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Administrative support

Microsoft Excel

ADP

HR knowledge

Attention to detail

GMP & Food Safety

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ADP HRIS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Peterson Farms is seeking aRetention Specialist to promote our mission by strengthening the employer-employee relationship. This role coordinates retention, onboarding, and performance evaluations while supporting plant leadership and HR activities.

The position requires administrative experience, proficiency in ADP and Excel, and a solid understanding of labor laws. Candidates must be able to work across shifts at multiple plants and maintain confidentiality.