HR Associate

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is seeking an HR Associate to support the Paragould facility in Paragould, AR.

This role provides hands-on exposure to a broad range of human resources activities while partnering closely with the HR Manager and facility leadership.

The HR Associate plays a key role in supporting employees, improving HR processes, and helping the business achieve strong results.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, process-oriented, customer-focused, and energized by working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Our Team

The Paragould Production Facility in Paragould, AR is home to roughly 500 employees who take pride in being a leading manufacturer of thermoformed rigid plastic products.

As part of Georgia-Pacific Food Service Solutions Group, we are proud to safely manufacture quality products that have a competitive advantage and solid growth within the marketplace.

We create a work environment that attracts, engages, and retains the best people.

What You Will Do


* Serve as a primary point of contact for employees, responding to questions related to HR policies, procedures, and systems, including Infor myHR.


* Maintain a strong presence on the floor by regularly interacting with employees and leaders to understand needs and build trust.


* Coordinate and support the full onboarding experience, including system access, compliance documentation, orientation support, payroll, benefits, and training setup.


* Partner with corporate capability teams to support change initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.


* Support recruiting activities by partnering with recruiters and operations leaders on interview scheduling, pre-employment screenings, and hiring coordination.


* Assist with administering drug screens and maintaining compliance with established processes.


* Maintain required government postings and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.


* Plan and support site events, meetings, and employee engagement activities.


* Manage facility security access and badge administration for employees, contractors, and visitors.


* Actively support and promote our culture of Principle Based Management®

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or other related discipline and/or three (3) years of experience in human resources or other related functions.


* Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and Teams


* Ability to work independently while delivering strong customer service


* Willingness to travel on a limited basis

What Will Put You Ahead


* Experience supporting HR in a manufacturing or industrial environment


* Experience handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism


* Experience with Kronos or similar timekeeping systems


* Experience using Infor myHR or another HRIS platform


* Bachelor's degree or higher with t...