Human Resources (HR) Assistant

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We are looking for a Human Resources (HR) Assistant to join a food and food processing organization in Paramus, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position will support day-to-day HR administration while helping coordinate a high-visibility implementation effort through strong organization, communication, and follow-through. The role is ideal for someone who can keep records accurate, manage competing priorities, and provide dependable support to employees, managers, and project stakeholders.Responsibilities:• Maintain organized electronic and hard-copy HR files, ensuring records are accurate, accessible, and handled in accordance with privacy standards.• Prepare clear reports, internal communications, presentations, and other written materials with careful attention to clarity and accuracy.• Arrange meetings by managing calendars, booking spaces, coordinating logistics, and helping sessions run smoothly from start to finish.• Capture discussion points, document next steps, and monitor deadlines, milestones, and deliverables to keep activities on schedule.• Share timely updates with stakeholders to support alignment across HR, employees, managers, and cross-functional teams.• Respond to employee questions on HR-related topics and provide reliable administrative support for routine requests.• Create and update process guides, standard operating procedures, and knowledge resources to strengthen consistency across HR activities.• Assist with onboarding tasks, screening coordination, and other HR initiatives that support a positive employee experience.• Support project-related administrative work, including documentation and coordination tied to implementation activities, while following company policies and compliance requirements.