Sr Representative Hiring Operations - Robards, KY

Tyson Foods; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Life insurance

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Prescription drug coverage

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Robards, KY is seeking a Hiring Specialist to manage onboarding, scheduling, and compliance for the Hiring Operations team. The role collaborates with TA, OHS, Learning, and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth onboarding process for new hires.

Responsibilities include I-9 compliance, background checks, form processing, and coordinating orientation activities. Strong HR policy knowledge and excellent communication are essential; bilingual preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems with attention to detail.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling and coordinating plant tours, drug screens, and orientations.
• Assist with onboarding, job offers, and self-ID tasks; manage background checks and validations.
• Maintain I-9 compliance, including audits and corrections; review work eligibility documents.
• Distribute information, coordinate orientation, and ensure proper documentation and surveys.
• Support HR policies, participate in meetings, and cover duties at multiple locations as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization & time management

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS systems

Job description

# Tyson Foods, Inc.## Sr Representative Hiring Operations - Robards, KYApply: Robards Plant - Robards, Kentucky: Full time: Posted Today: R0494502**Job Details:****SELECTED CANDIDATE MUST SIT IN ROBARDS, KY PLANT. NO REMOTE HOURS** **Job Summary:** The Hiring Specialist is responsible for delivering a welcoming and informative onboarding experience, maintaining scheduling and compliance, and managing the end-to-end hiring process. This role requires a deep understanding of plant operations, job descriptions, and compliance requirements. The Hiring Specialist collaborates with the Talent Acquisition (TA) team, Occupational Health Services (OHS), Learning Team, and other stakeholders to ensure a seamless onboarding process for new hires. **Key Responsibilities:****Scheduling and Tours:*** Deliver engaging plant tours and onboarding experiences.* Maintain updated scheduling for tours, drug screens, and orientations.* Be a subject matter expert on facility positions and manage PPE during tours.* Communicate orientation details and handle no-show processes.**Onboarding:*** Complete job interest forms and assist with job offers and self-ID tasks.* Conduct background checks and confirm personal information.* Upload required forms and complete required surveys.* Disposition candidate's post-offer.* Complete validations for new hires and job changes.**I-9 Compliance:*** Maintain I-9 compliance, including audits and corrections.* Ensure new hires complete Section 1 of the I-9 on time.* Review work eligibility documentation and complete Section 2.* Conduct weekly I-9 audits.**Additional Duties:*** Notify relevant teams about orientation schedules.* Attend corporate meetings and location staff meetings.* Assist with professional hire coordination.* Support location enterprise initiatives.* Crosstrain in learning duties and provide coverage for other locations.* Facilitate orientation.* Perform other duties as assigned.**Skills:*** Exhibit RIGHT behaviors and serve as a liaison between departments.* Create partnerships and maintain professionalism.* Demonstrate good attendance and comply with site-specific policies.* Strong understanding of HR policies and compliance.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.* Must be able to work with minimal supervisory* Strong organizational and time management skills.* Ability to maintain confidentiality.* Requires attention to detail.* Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing tasks and demands. **Working Conditions:*** Office environment with regular visits to the production/warehouse floor.* May require travel to other locations.**Physical Requirements:*** Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.* Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. **Qualifications:*** Bilingual preferred* Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Equivalent work experience to be considered in lieu of higher education.* 2+ years relevant work experience providing HR administrative support preferred. **\\* Must submit resume to be considered.**All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.**Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**1ST SHIFT (United States of America)**Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.**Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more. **If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice** **here****.** Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.