Human Resources Liaison - Bilingual English and Spanish

Job Overview

Starting Wages - $17.50 - $23.25 per hour.

The Progressive Processing, LLC, facility in Dubuque, Iowa, will be hiring a Human Resources Liaison. Progressive Processing, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hormel Foods.  The 342,000 sq. ft. plant is home to a variety of Hormel products including bacon toppings, SPAM®, and a variety of Hormel® Compleats® microwave meals. The facility employs approximately 450+ employees.

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include PLANTERS®, SKIPPY®, SPAM®, HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE®, APPLEGATE®, WHOLLY®, HORMEL® BLACK LABEL®, COLUMBUS®, JENNIE-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World’s Best Companies and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™ — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit hormelfoods.com.as for this position at this time.

If you are interested in working in a team-oriented workplace culture, with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, Progressive Processing, LLS, may be right for you.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct multiple daily production floor walks maintaining HR accessibility to all team members.
• Support managers with training initiatives on the production floor and in classroom settings.
• Welcome all new hires and guide them through onboarding, training, and their first weeks on the job.
• Track new hire checklists, probationary reviews, and follow‑up touchpoints to ensure a smooth start.
• Help all team members understand company policies, benefits, and procedures in a clear, caring way.
• Translating (verbal and written) is needed to ensure every team member has a clear understanding of training, policies, and resources.
• Demonstrate resourcefulness in quickly locating information and solutions to meet team members and manager’s needs.
• Support new hire orientations - setting up, scheduling, translating, and conducting/presenting.
• Assist with completing HR documentation while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
• Provide coverage and support for receptionist and HR Technician.
• Occasionally work 2^nd or 3^rd shift hours.

All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Ability to speak, read and translate Spanish and English.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedules that can include 2^nd and/or 3^rd shift hours occasionally.
• Minimum of an associate’s degree preferred or equivalent in Human Resources related experience.
• Experience with personal computers to include advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and/or custom software.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and reliability.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to take initiative to solve problems and interpret employment regulations.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Self-motivated and self-directed. Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision.
• Strong time management skills & ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Focused attention to detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to work in a cold environment (35 to 40 Degrees) and/or warm environment (85+ degrees).

Some of our excellent benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• 401K Savings & Profit Sharing
• Exceptional Educational Assistance Program
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Shift Differential Offered for 2^nd and 3^rd shift positions.

PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU HAVE SUBMITTED AN APPLICATION PREVIOUSLY THAT YOU MUST SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION FOR EACH NEW JOB POSTING.

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.