Human Resource Generalist - Rise Baking Company

Job Purpose Perform human resource related duties in the following functional areas: benefits and leave of absence administration, employee relations, workers' compensation, training and development, policy implementation, employment law compliance, and staffing/recruiting. Essential Functions + Administer various human resource plans and procedures for plant personnel; assist in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures + Respond to employee relations issues, e.g., employee complaints, and escalate to HR Manager as needed; assist in guiding and coaching managers during the employee disciplinary process + Help employees navigate benefits, monitor employee eligibility for benefit plans; review benefits with employees; process benefits enrollment, cancellation, or changes; manage open enrollment communication and election process + Manage leave of absence process and return to work of FMLA, STD, and LTD claims and workers' compensation including necessary communication with the employee and management team + Provide assistance with workers' compensation process including entering claims, following up with employees, requesting and reviewing medical documentation as needed and following up with case managers + Coordinate/conduct new hire orientation, own onboarding experience + Administer data entry in Alchemy, lead compliance training, and develop reports as needed + Assist in creating and facilitating training and development opportunities for workforce + Coordinate and maintain employee recognition program and assist with appreciation events throughout the year + Conduct stay and exit interviews to drive improvements within the organization + Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations including unemployment claims and EEO-1 reporting + Maintain human resource information system records through entering new hires, status changes, and terminations; compile employee reports as needed; maintain employee filing system including going 'paperless' + Provide assistance as needed for recruitment and onboarding activities + Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures + Perform other job-related duties as assigned Qualifications (Education/Experience) + Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field or equivalent education, training, and experience + 2-4 years of experience in a human resource r + CP/PHR certification preferred or ability to obtain certification within 12 months + Experience with a fast-growing manufacturing company preferred + Knowledge of federal and state regulations pertaining to employment + Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills; experience with ADP WORKFORCE NOW Required! + Strong communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the Company + Ability to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information + Ability to work closely with other departments to advise and resolve issues as needed + Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task, manage changing priorities, and work well under pressure + Cultural competency; experience/ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience + Ability to work a flexible schedule including various shifts periodically + Bilingual (Spanish) preferred MON123 RISE123