Human Resources Co-Op (Quinnesec & Escanaba, MI)

Billerud is a sustainable packaging materials and paper company committed to creating a more sustainable future. The Human Resources Co-op will support the HR team with staffing, employee records, recruitment activities, reporting, administrative tasks, and special projects during a 7–8 month assignment.

What you'll do:

• Monitor and respond to messages, and place daily phone calls to hourly production employees to support staffing needs and fill open vacancies
• Prepare and distribute employee job transfer documentation and correspondence
• Post and maintain job bid notices in production areas in accordance with established processes
• Generate vacation reports and accurately enter employee vacation schedules into the HR system
• Maintain employee records in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS), including new hires, transfers, terminations, job classification changes, merit increases, and leave of absence information
• Update employee job movement and position change information within HR systems
• Support the hourly hiring process by scheduling interviews, preparing interview materials, and assisting with recruitment-related activities
• Collect and compile non-confidential HR data for monthly metrics, reporting, and analysis
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the Human Resources team and assist with special projects as assigned

What they're looking for:

• • Completion of at least one year of college coursework and currently enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, the next academic semester
• • Minimum 2.75 GPA
• • Must be available to work one of two Co-op rotations which run either January through August or May through December
• • Strong verbal and written communication skills
• • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to actively listen and communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization
• • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Word
• • Ability and willingness to learn and utilize new software applications and HR systems, such as Dayforce
• • Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage deadlines, and effectively solve problems
• • Demonstrated professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information and communicating challenging messages
• • Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic
• • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment

Benefits:

• Access development programs and internal advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement + certificate programs through partner schools.
• Performance-based bonus eligibility (role dependent).
• Multiple medical plans with virtual care options.
• Generous 401(k) offerings.
• HSA contribution match + additional preventive exam contribution.
• Dental & vision coverage.
• Company-paid disability insurance.
• Prescription benefits.