HR Support Specialist

Sugar-Cane-Growers-Cooperative-of-Florida; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental vision

401(k) program with match

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Job summary

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida (SCGC) is seeking an HR support professional to assist in day-to-day HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, payroll coordination, and recordkeeping.

Position under general supervision; supports a productive, safe, collaborative work environment across our agricultural workforce. Bilingual English/Spanish required and experience in HR support preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least 2 years of administrative experience.
• Bilingual – English and Spanish required.
• Knowledge of HR processes and federal/state labor laws (FLSA, OSHA, EEOC).
• Experience with HRIS, benefits administration, and payroll coordination is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; able to learn other HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Supports recruitment for open positions by assisting applicants and scheduling interviews.
• Supports onboarding and safety training for new hires.
• Serves as a point of contact for policies, benefits, and workplace concerns.
• Maintains timekeeping records for seasonal and hourly labor.
• Assists with benefits enrollment and insurance claims questions.
• Maintains personnel files in compliance with legal requirements.
• Ensures compliance with labor laws and regulatory requirements.
• Tracks certifications, safety training, and licenses.
• Supports training initiatives and employee development programs.
• Maintains HRIS data accuracy and generates turnover/ staffing reports.
• Assists with audit preparation and regulatory reporting.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bilingual – English and Spanish

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:Responsible for supporting day-to-day Human Resources (HR) operations. Work involves supporting core HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, payroll coordination, and recordkeeping. Ensures compliance with federal and state employment laws while supporting a productive, safe, and collaborative work environment.Work is performed under general supervision with limited latitude in the use of initiative. Position exercises some judgment in accordance with well-defined policies, procedures, and techniques.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The essential functions in this job description are intended only as an illustration of the various types of duties that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from job performance requirements if work is similar or related to the job.Supports recruitment for open positions by assisting applicants with applying to open positions, scheduling interviews, and preparing conference room for interviewsSupports new hire onboarding and manages new hire safety trainingServes as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies, benefits, and workplace concernsMaintains accurate timekeeping records, including seasonal and hourly laborAssists employees with benefit enrollment and insurance claims questionsMaintains personnel files in accordance with legal requirementsEnsures compliance with federal and state labor laws, including FLSA, OSHA, EEOC, and agricultural labor regulationsTracks required certifications, safety training, and licensesSupports workers’ compensation and safety reporting processesCoordinates required safety and compliance trainingSupports leadership with training initiatives and employee development programsMaintain Human Resources Information System (HRIS) data accuracyGenerates reports on turnover, staffing levels, benefits enrollment, and workforce trendsSupports audit preparation and regulatory reportingSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:NoneMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of administrative experience;OR a combination of experience, certification, education and training that demonstrates expertise in the related areas.CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:Bilingual – English and SpanishPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Additional education or certification in human resources or a related fieldPrevious experience in an administrative or human resources support rolePrevious experience in a manufacturing or industrial environmentKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of human resources processes and principlesKnowledge of clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records and other office proceduresSkill in the use of Microsoft Office products (Teams, Word, Outlook and Excel) and applicable department and organization specific software; ability to learn and become proficient in the use of other specialized software as may be requiredSkill in using mathematics required for the workAbility to independently manage multiple tasks and meet deadlinesAbility to follow oral and written instructionsAbility to review, compile and organize forms, documents and related records for efficient processing and ready retrievalAbility to work cooperatively as a member of a service-oriented teamAbility to maintain confidentiality of sensitive materials and informationAbility to clearly communicate and understand information in English, orally and in writingAbility to follow public safety guidelines and protocols and perform job functions in a safe mannerAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgroundsAbility to maintain regular attendance to ensure efficient and effective performance of job dutiesAMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) REQUIREMENTS:Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort usually involving some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 20 pounds). May involve some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, walking, or standing. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and extended periods of time standing and/or walking.Tasks are regularly performed inside without exposure to adverse environmental conditions (e.g., dirt, cold, rain, fumes).Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity. Some tasks may involve identifying and distinguishing colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals.BENEFITS: We offer a suite of benefits, including but not limited to:Health, dental, visionShort-term and Long-term DisabilityCritical Illness, Accident, Hospital IndemnityEmployee assistance program – offers confidential counseling and support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeingPaid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, jury duty)401(k) program with highly competitive matchTuition reimbursementCOMPANY VISION:SCGC’s vision is to deliver the greatest value to our member-growers and employees by being an industry leader in all we do. We are passionate about our vision, and we are looking for others who are equally passionate.COMPANY DESCRIPTION:Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida (SCGC) is made up of primarily family-owned grower-members who cultivate sugarcane on over 75,000 acres of land, mainly in Palm Beach County, Florida. The Cooperative oversees the mechanical harvesting, processing, and marketing of raw sugar, molasses, and other by-products. With a workforce of over 500 employees, SCGC plays a key role in the sugarcane industry. Learn more at scgc.org.Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.