Human Resources Co-Op (Quinnesec & Escanaba, MI)

Billerud; Quinnesec (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Certificate programs through partner;

Health plans

Generous 401(k) offerings

HSA contribution match

Dental & vision coverage

Disability insurance

Job summary

Billerud NA is seeking a motivated HR co-op to gain hands-on experience within a dynamic HR team and support a variety of activities and initiatives. The role involves data entry, file management, and assisting with HR projects while collaborating with business partners to learn various career paths within the organization.

The program aims to develop talent for potential full-time roles, with a structured 7–8 month assignment and exposure to recruitment, admin tasks, and reporting.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least one year of college coursework and currently enrolled in the next academic semester.
• Pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2.75 GPA
• Must be available to work one of two Co-op rotations which run either January through August or May through December.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to messages, and place daily phone calls to hourly production employees to support staffing needs and fill open vacancies.
• Prepare and distribute employee job transfer documentation and correspondence.
• Post and maintain job bid notices in production areas in accordance with established processes.
• Generate vacation reports and accurately enter employee vacation schedules into the HR system.
• Maintain employee records in the HRIS, including new hires, transfers, terminations, job classification changes, merit increases, and leave of absence information.
• Support the hourly hiring process by scheduling interviews, preparing interview materials, and assisting with recruitment-related activities.
• Collect and compile non-confidential HR data for monthly metrics, reporting, and analysis.
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the Human Resources team and assist with special projects as assigned.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Dayforce

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

College coursework in HR or related field

Tools

Dayforce HRIS

Job description

Job description

If you are looking for an impactful career opportunity with a growing global company who wants to challenge conventional packaging for a sustainable future —look no further. Billerud NA, is a leading sustainable packaging materials and paper company. Billerud is passionately committed to sustainability. You can feel good about the products we make because paper is sustainable at multiple levels. Paper is made from trees, one of earth’s most renewable resources harvested from sustainably managed forests, and it is highly recyclable and recycled.

Purpose

At Billerud, you can reach your full potential—and help us reach ours. Come build a better future with us! The goal of Billerud’s co‑op program is to cultivate the development of potential future human resources and leadership resources for our organization while providing high‑quality support to the mill’s operations group(s). Co‑op assignments are structured to provide candidates with opportunities to grow and develop in their chosen discipline as well as educate them on various career paths within the organization. Although there is no guarantee of future employment, our goal is to have our Co‑ops fully capable of stepping into a full‑time position within our organization by the end of the program. The Human Resources Co‑op is a full‑time, paid position designed to provide hands‑on experience within a dynamic HR team over a 7–8 month assignment. The co‑op will work closely with HR team members and business partners to support a variety of human resources activities and administrative functions. Responsibilities include providing phone support, data entry, filing, maintaining employee records, and assisting with other HR projects and initiatives as needed. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in human resources while developing professional skills in a collaborative business environment.

Key Accountabilities

• Monitor and respond to messages, and place daily phone calls to hourly production employees to support staffing needs and fill open vacancies.
• Prepare and distribute employee job transfer documentation and correspondence.
• Post and maintain job bid notices in production areas in accordance with established processes.
• Generate vacation reports and accurately enter employee vacation schedules into the HR system.
• Maintain employee records in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS), including new hires, transfers, terminations, job classification changes, merit increases, and leave of absence information.
• Update employee job movement and position change information within HR systems.Support the hourly hiring process by scheduling interviews, preparing interview materials, and assisting with recruitment‑related activities.
• Collect and compile non‑confidential HR data for monthly metrics, reporting, and analysis.
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the Human Resources team and assist with special projects as assigned.

Minimum Required Education And Experience

• Completion of at least one year of college coursework and currently enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, the next academic semester.
• Pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2.75 GPA
• Must be available to work one of two Co‑op rotations which run either January through August or May through December.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to actively listen and communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Word.
• Ability and willingness to learn and utilize new software applications and HR systems, such as Dayforce.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage deadlines, and effectively solve problems.
• Demonstrated professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information and communicating challenging messages.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States for other than practical training (Student work VISA does not qualify).

Application information

Billerud NA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

Our recruitment process may include interviews, recruitment test, reference checks, and alcohol & drug testing.

Why us?

• Impactful Work – Contribute to meaningful sustainability initiatives.
• Career Growth – Access development programs and internal advancement opportunities.
• Education Support – Tuition reimbursement + certificate programs through partner schools.
• Competitive Compensation – Performance based bonus eligibility (role dependent).
• Comprehensive Benefits –
  • Multiple medical plans with virtual care options
  • Generous 401(k) offerings
  • HSA contribution match + additional preventive exam contribution
  • Dental & vision coverage
  • Company paid disability insurance
  • Prescription benefits

Do you want to help create a sustainable future through your work?

At Billerud, we are fully committed to reduce our and our customers carbon footprint by offering high-performance paper and packaging materials. We are convinced that the right solutions can be important toolsto help fight climate change. That's why we see it as our responsibility to enable the best packaging choices, for a better tomorrow. Our proud history in the forestry and paper industry goes back more than 150 years. Since then, we’ve grown to what we are today: a world leading company in high-performing paper and packaging materials - passionately committed to sustainability, quality, and customer value. Our materials are the basis of packaging and paper products used by millions of people around the world, 24 hours a day, all year round. We serve customers in more than 100 countries through our three business areas Liquid Packaging Board, Paper and Paper Board. Our nine production units are located in Sweden, USA, and Finland and we have around 5,200 employees in 16 countries. Our annual turnover is approximately SEK 40.5 billion and the share is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. At Billerud we always put safety first, care for each other, and do what we say.

Join us in redefining sustainable packaging and drive meaningful change for a better tomorrow.