Company Overview
As North America’s largest and most respected produce distributor, FreshPoint is driven by strong corporate and community values and, most important, driven by the employees who uphold them. . Today, we are owned by SYSCO, a Fortune 100 company and North America’s leading and most respected foodservice distributor. FreshPoint Inc. and its operating companies is a great place to find your professional and personal potential. Our mission is to help our customers succeed, but FreshPoint is also the place where you can find your success.
If you are a team player, have a positive attitude, and goes above and beyond we want you to join our team!
What we offer
Comprehensive benefits package (e.g. extended health & dental, MSP, pension) provided after 3 months of full-time employment. Competitive compensation and career development opportunities are available.
Position Overview
The HR Assistant will provide administrative support to the HR department and assist the HR Business Partner with the execution of HR programs, initiatives and policies.
Responsibilities
· Assist with talent acquisition efforts (e.g. post jobs, screen candidates, conduct phone interviews, coordinate in-person interviews, draft offer letters, conduct reference check)
· Onboard new hires and assist with training and development initiatives
· Provide administrative support to the HR department
· Assist in projects such as HR events and benefits open enrollment
· Other duties as assigned
Requirements
· Undergraduate degree in business or a related field, Human Resource preferred
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
· Ability to communicate in a 2nd language is a great asset (e.g. Cantonese, Mandarin, Punjabi)
· Proficiency in MS Office applications
Working Conditions
· Work will mainly be performed within an office environment, but exposure to the warehouse is required per business needs (e.g. employee engagement, investigation)
· May occasionally be required to work outside of regular office hours as per business needs
· Will be primarily be based at the Vancouver location but will be required to support Richmond facility as and when required.
How to Apply
Please apply online. Shortlisted candidates will be screened through a phone or video interview.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Personal protective equipment required and provided
COVID screening
Social distancing and sanitizing procedures in place
Application question(s):
- Please describe what makes you a great fit for HR assistant role and how this opportunity may support your personal and career goals.
- Please summarize your past work experience & education in the field of HR.