Plant HR Coordinator: Growth, Training & Engagement

Smithfield Foods; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Virginia is seeking a dynamic HR Coordinator to provide essential administrative support to our plant Human Resources team. This role focuses on policy administration, training support, and routine HR tasks to keep the department running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years HR experience, strong organization, discretion with confidential information, and solid Word/Excel skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 2+ years relevant experience required.
• Experience being organized, flexible and multi-task oriented in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work with all levels of an organization and manage-up effectively.
• Solid understanding of Human Resources functions and requirements.
• Ability to deal with and handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others in fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Must be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Assistance: process HR documentation, including I-9 compliance and employee records.
• Employee Relations: answer routine questions and provide HR resources.
• Employee Engagement & Events: help coordinate facility-level engagement and recognition events.
• Employee Support and Training: assist orientation, exits, and on-floor employee engagement.

Skills

Strong communication

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Confidential information handling

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2+ years HR experience

Tools

Workday/HCM system

Job description

Smithfield Foods in Virginia is seeking a dynamic HR Coordinator to provide essential administrative support to our plant Human Resources team. This role focuses on policy administration, training support, and routine HR tasks to keep the department running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years HR experience, strong organization, discretion with confidential information, and solid Word/Excel skills.