Receptionist / HR Assistant – $20-$23 per hour + Benefits – Gridley, IL

The Role

Are you looking for a varied and interesting role that combines administrative and HR duties? Do you excel in creating a welcoming atmosphere and pride yourself on your organizational skills? Watershed Foods is seeking a receptionist/HR assistant to join our growing team!

In this exciting role, you will be the first point of contact for visitors to Watershed Foods, ensuring a warm and professional welcome. You will also provide essential administrative support to the HR department, keeping things running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Reception Duties:

• Answer phones and greet visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
• Manage the reception area, ensuring a clean and tidy environment.
• Receive and distribute mail and parcels.

HR Support:

• Assist with tasks such as preparing for interviews and managing employee benefits.
• Coordinate on-site meals for meetings and events.
• Maintain the HR information board and social media presence.

Administrative Support:

• Manage office supplies and equipment.
• Assist with various HR projects.

The Company

Watershed Foods is a food manufacturer of freeze-dried products. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards in food safety and quality. At Watershed we are servant leaders, team oriented, and love to innovate and pursue growth, all while getting amazing results! If this is you, then this may be the position you’ve been looking for! Join a tight knit team in a caring and respectful organization that encourages innovation, creative solutions and ideas.

The Benefits

• PPO or HSA medical benefits with Employer Contributions.
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability insurance.
• Immediate eligibility in 401K with a competitive company match.
• 8 Holidays, Vacation accrual, PTO program, Paternity Leave.
• Attendance, Safety, Service Awards.
• Company reimbursement for technical training.
• Uniform and Boots provision.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Company Events and Luncheons.
• Referral bonuses.

The Person

• Prior role as an administrative assistant or receptionist.
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and social media platforms.
  • You are a strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Focused on accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Maintains integrity and confidentiality in a business environment.
  • Capable of responding to a fast-paced, changing work setting.

If the thought of joining this exciting, forward-thinking company and taking the next step in your career sounds appealing to you, then please click the apply now button to find out more.

Contact information

Wes Wright