Onboarding Employee Checklist

Onboarding Employee Checklist


Employee Name: Lawrence Orn
Position: Software Engineer
Start Date: November 17, 2050
Manager/Supervisor: [Your Name]


Before Start Date

Offer Letter Sent & Signed

  • The offer letter was signed and returned

  • Start date confirmed

New Hire Paperwork Completed

  • Employment contract

  • Tax forms (W-4)

  • I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification

IT Setup

  • Email account created

  • Computer/laptop assigned

  • Software access (list necessary tools: e.g., Slack, Google Workspace)

Workstation Prepared

  • Desk/office assigned

  • Necessary office supplies (keyboard, mouse, etc.)

  • Phone/extension setup (if needed)

Welcome Email to Team

  • Introduction email sent to the team


First Day

Orientation

  • Meet with HR for an orientation session

  • Review employee handbook and policies

  • Review benefits package

Office Tour

  • Introduction to coworkers

  • Tour of facilities (restrooms, kitchen, etc.)

Technology Setup

  • Computer login & system check

  • Email account activated

  • Software and tools installed (e.g., communication platforms, CRM)

Company Overview

  • Meet with supervisor for company introduction

  • Review company mission, vision, values

  • Overview of key teams/departments


First Week

Job Training

  • Role-specific training

  • Overview of job expectations and goals

Meetings

  • Schedule regular check-ins with the supervisor

  • Attend team meetings

Compliance Training

  • Complete required compliance or safety training

Mentorship/Buddy System

  • Assigned a mentor/buddy

  • Meet with mentor regularly for guidance


First Month

Performance Check-In

  • Meet with supervisor for feedback

  • Set performance goals for the next quarter

Team Integration

  • Attend team-building activities (if applicable)

  • Engage in cross-department collaborations

Feedback Session

  • Provide input on onboarding experience to HR


Ongoing

Follow-Up Training

  • Additional training as needed

  • Regularly scheduled check-ins with the supervisor

Career Development

  • Discuss potential growth and development opportunities

  • Explore internal training programs or courses

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