HR Coordinator (Portuguese Speaker Required)

Pay Range: $53,000 – $67,000 annually Location: Norwood, MA / In-Office / Accessible from major highways Schedule: This role follows a primarily daytime schedule, with 1–2 days per week requiring extended hours (11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. or 12:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.). Remaining days are scheduled between 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. or 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. The Human Resources Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting the HR team with the coordination of all aspects of the human resources functions, including benefits administration, dissemination, and interpretation of policies & procedures, being the first point of contact for employee questions and concerns, and assisting with employee engagement, development, and retention efforts. This position requires a fluent Portuguese speaker to effectively communicate with many employees in our production facility. Additionally, the HR Coordinator will work closely with the HR team and senior leadership on a variety of projects and may get involved in employee relations and other HR work as part of their development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with employees and internal partners to provide support and respond to inquiries. Process new hires and terminations. Administer health and welfare plans including enrollments, terminations, change reporting, and claims resolution. Administer FMLA and other leaves of absence. Prepare and maintain employee records in compliance with applicable legal requirements. Process changes through payroll to ensure accurate record-keeping and proper deductions, and help administer the attendance policy. Oversee the performance evaluation program. Assist in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures. Assist with in-house HR audits to ensure compliance. Support employee relations, recruitment, and retention efforts as needed. Work with the HR team to brainstorm and identify solutions to ensure Home Market Food’s continued strength as a fantastic environment in which to work. Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR team, including data entry, filing, scheduling meetings, preparing new hire paperwork, ordering office supplies, and coordinating FedEx shipments. Create and maintain HR reports, spreadsheets, and dashboards to support workforce metrics, analytics, and reporting needs. Coordinate and facilitate employee focus groups to gather feedback and support employee engagement initiatives. Develop, coordinate, and deliver HR-related training programs and presentations for employees in both English and Portuguese. Assist with other duties and unique events as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Human Resources or a related field is required; Bachelor's Degree preferred. Working experience in Human Resources preferred. Fluency in written and spoken English and Portuguese is required; basic conversational Spanish is a plus. Strong MS Office skills are required. Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those required to perform this job's essential functions. Must have good vision and manual dexterity. Able to sit/stand for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer. Must be able to go into the plant with company-provided PPE. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds. The noise level in the office environment is typically moderate. Benefits: Enjoy top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision coverage. Pamper your furry friends with Pet Insurance. Stay fit with our Wellness Plan and Gym Reimbursement. Boost your skills with Employee Tuition Reimbursement. Unlock endless opportunities with College Scholarship for dependents. Reap the Rewards of Our Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees. Receive a Generous 401(k) Company Match. Take advantage of Competitive Paid Time Off. Elevate Your Safety Net with Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage. Receive Relocation Assistance for a Smooth Transition. Earn Rewards through our Employee Bonus Referral Program. Elevate Your Workplace Experience with Community Impact Opportunities. Celebrate Together with Team Events and Seasonal Workplace Gatherings. At this time, Home Market Foods will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN #J-18808-Ljbffr Homemarketfoods