Human Resources Data Specialist

Wayne Farms LLC; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms seeks an HR Data Specialist to enter transactions in Workday and generate required departmental reports. You will collaborate with HR and Operations on absenteeism, turnover, and referrals, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

You will train supervisors on Workday, validate I-9 and WOTC for new hires, and identify process improvements while maintaining compliance and confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience in a human resources environment.
• Experience with Workday or similar HRIS is highly preferred.
• Strong data accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR reporting.

Responsibilities

• Enter data and transactions in Workday accurately and in the correct format.
• Act as point of contact for employees and HRIS queries.
• Research and resolve data input discrepancies; escalate as needed.
• Gather data for HR metrics (headcount, absenteeism, turnover, referrals).
• Oversee location messaging system (Trumpia or equivalent).
• Oversee unemployment data submissions and complete data entry.
• Provide training for supervisors/managers on Workday usage.
• Validate I-9 information and recertify right-to-work status.
• Complete WOTC section 2 for all new hires.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and safety compliance.

Skills

HRIS experience

Workday proficiency

Data reporting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree (related field)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Workday

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The HR Data Specialist enters transactions within the Workday HCM system and provides required departmental reports. Additionally, this role works closely with the HR and Operations team on HR and Operations metrics tracking and reporting (absenteeism, turnover, employee referrals, etc.).

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Enter data (employee self-service entries, rehire status, etc.) and transactions (job changes, promotion, demotions, transfers, Mass Pay Adjustments, etc.) in Workday system or other databases accurately, completely, and in the correct format to ensure data is within Company guidelines and Federal, State or local legal or regulatory requirements.
• Act as point of contact for employees, corporate HRIS and plant leaders for Workday data, transaction and system related questions.
• Research and correctly resolve data input discrepancies or missing data when requested; elevate unresolved issues to appropriate personnel.
• Gather, track and compile data for required HR or Operations metrics reporting (headcount, absenteeism, turnover, employee referrals, etc.); distribute to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
• Oversee Trumpia or other messaging system for location.
• Oversee unemployment process, researching and submitting documents to ensure complete data is entered in applicable system.
• Provide training for supervisors and managers on the functionality of the Workday HCM system as needed.
• Validate information on I-9, including documentation substantiating right to work, certify I-9 for each new hire (sec. 2) and recertify I-9 right to work status including documents as needed (sec. 3).
• Validate and complete WOTC sec. 2 for all new hires.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvement to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Follow and promote all safety initiatives, (i.e. wear appropriate PPE in area where mandatory) helping to maintain a zero accident culture.
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

This is an individual contributor role with required competencies: Functional/Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Problem Solving, Learning on the Fly, and Interpersonal Savvy.

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in a relevant field preferred.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Minimum three (3) years’ experience within a human resources environment; experience with HCM systems such as Workday highly preferred. Strong computer skills with the ability to work with multiple Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.); knowledge/ experience within Workday or other similar HRIS system preferred. Must have the ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written, with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner; ability to communicate in multiple languages preferred. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize. Ability to work effectively with others, possessing tact and discretion and demonstrate a high level of confidentiality in all matters. Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and sense of urgency, with the ability to work in a fast paced environment.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Follow and ensure others follow departmental and company safety policies and programs. Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to remain stationary for extended periods of time. Ability to work non-standard hours (i.e. holidays, weekends and/or extended shifts as needed per business need).

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Wayne-Sanderson Farms

A career that makes an amazing difference starts at Wayne-Sanderson Farms. Formed from two leading poultry companies with humble roots in farm supply and feed manufacturing, Wayne-Sanderson Farms is built on over a century’s worth of industry expertise and excellence in operation. Our family at Wayne-Sanderson Farms is now more than 26,000 team members and over 2,000 family farmers strong, and still growing as the nation’s third largest poultry producer.

By starting your career with a leader in the industry, you can develop your skills in a wide variety of operations while enjoying unique benefits such as our professional development opportunities. Make an impact on a global scale by feeding a growing world with Wayne-Sanderson Farms.