Human Resources and Office Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) / pension eligibility

Career development opportunities

Paid-time off

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Waterloo, Iowa, is seeking a detail‑oriented Administrative and Human Resources Support Specialist to assist plant operations. You will handle clerical tasks, coordinate meetings, and maintain confidential records in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Plant Human Resources Team, you will support attendance tracking, prepare reports, and serve as a first point of contact for employees, visitors, and vendors while driving process improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in HR, Communications, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant administrative, office support, or HR experience will be considered.
• Three or more years of related administrative, office support, or HR 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.

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 escalate more complex matters appropriately.
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines and business needs.
• Contribute ideas for process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

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

Equivalent combination of education and experience considered

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 **escalate** 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.

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.

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.