Human Resources and Office Assistant

Conagra Brands; Town of Waterloo (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)/pension eligibility

Stock purchase plan

Career development opportunities

Paid-time off

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Waterloo, IA is seeking an Administrative/HR Support role for plant operations. You will provide clerical and HR support, maintain confidential records, prepare reports, and coordinate daily office tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will interact with employees, visitors, vendors, and partners, handling routine inquiries and assisting the HR team. The position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree preferred in HR, Communications, Business Administration or related field.
• Equivalent education/experience may be considered.
• Three or more years of related admin/office/HR experience.
• Proficiency with computer systems and business software.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and HR support to plant operations.
• Serve as primary contact for employees, visitors, vendors, and partners.
• Maintain confidential records and coordinate daily office operations.
• Prepare standard reports by gathering and summarizing data.
• Support attendance and vacation tracking and plant administration.
• Schedule onsite meetings and plant events; assist with office duties.
• Address routine inquiries and escalate complex matters as needed.
• Contribute ideas for process improvements and efficiencies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Computer systems proficiency

Flexibility in dynamic environment

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in HR, Communications, Business Administration, or related field

Equivalent education/experience considered

3+ years of related admin/HR experience

Job description

Shift: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

Hourly Rate: $23.00 an hour

Reporting into the Plant Human Resources Team, you will provide administrative and human resources support to plant operations while serving as a key point of contact for employees, visitors, vendors, and business partners. You will perform a variety of clerical, administrative, and technical support activities across multiple functional areas. You will maintain confidential records, coordinate daily office operations, prepare reports, support attendance and vacation tracking, and help ensure efficient plant administration. You will work independently with limited supervision while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

• Perform clerical, administrative, and general office duties including typing, filing, record maintenance, mail distribution, and document management.
• Schedule appointments and coordinate onsite meetings, events, and plant functions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for guest, vendor, and telephone reception.
• Order office and operational supplies as needed.
• Support the Human Resources team.
• Prepare standard reports by gathering, compiling, and summarizing data.
• Respond to routine inquiries and provide information to employees, visitors, and business partners.
• Resolve routine questions and issues independently and elevate more complex matters appropriately.
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines and business needs.
• Contribute ideas for process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Human Resources, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant administrative, office support, or human resources experience will be considered.
• Three or more years of related administrative, office support, or human resources experience.
• Proficiency using computer systems and business software applications.
• Strong analytical skills with experience gathering, researching, and evaluating information.
• Flexibility to work effectively with diverse personalities and changing business priorities.

Physical Requirements

More information on the essential tasks and facility will be shared during the hiring process. Please be aware that in a manufacturing environment, the noise levels can be high and the temperatures may vary. Depending on the role, physical and environmental requirements can differ but include:

• Being on your feet, walking around the facility, climbing stairs/ladders or kneeling for extended periods of time.
• Performing consistent repetitive tasks.
• Frequently lifting, pushing or carrying materials.

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Anticipated Close Date: October 25, 2026

Location: Waterloo, Iowa

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
• Wealth: Great pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration
• Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities

Our Company

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We’re in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.