Bilingual Human Resources Generalist

Greater Omaha Packing Co • Omaha, NE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Greater Omaha is seeking an experienced Bilingual Human Resources Generalist to provide hands-on HR support to employees and leaders in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role supports employee relations, investigations, recruiting, retention initiatives, performance management, policy administration, and other day-to-day HR needs. The successful candidate will build effective relationships with employees and management while applying sound judgment, discretion, and consistent HR practices. This position reports directly to the HR Manager.

The work environment combines corporate and manufacturing settings. The employee is occasionally exposed to cold and humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, cold temperatures, risk of electrical shock, and vibration, and sometimes works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level is moderate.

The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with occasional Saturdays. The position requires flexibility to adjust hours as necessary to support employees, recruiting activities, events, and business needs.

Requirements

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or French is required.
• Working knowledge of recruiting and hiring practices.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices.
• Ability to conduct workplace investigations and handle sensitive employee-relations matters objectively and professionally.
• Strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn HRIS and other HR technology systems.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and relevant HR experience will be considered.
• 3+ years of Human Resources experience preferred, including employee relations experience.
• Previous HR experience in manufacturing, food processing, production, or another high-volume workforce environment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and consistently apply company policies and HR procedures.
• Provide day-to-day HR guidance and support to supervisors and managers on employee relations, attendance, performance management, corrective action, and policy interpretation.
• Conduct workplace investigations, document findings, and recommend appropriate action in accordance with company policy and applicable employment laws.
• Partner with management on employee retention initiatives and programs designed to improve the employee experience.
• Plan, communicate, and execute employee engagement activities and company events.
• Support recruiting efforts, including sourcing, interviewing, hiring events, job fairs, and recruiting travel as needed.
• Build relationships with employees across shifts and departments and serve as an accessible HR resource for employee questions and concerns.
• Respond to unemployment claims and assist with related documentation and hearings as needed.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee documentation and HR records.
• Assist with HR reporting and analysis to identify workforce, recruiting, retention, and employee-relations trends.
• Maintain a visible presence on the production floor and build strong working relationships with employees and supervisors throughout the facility.
• Provide HR support to employees across multiple shifts and departments as business needs require.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Vision, medical, and dental coverage begins the first day of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and company-observed holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Competitive base salary.
• Employee meat purchase discounts.
• Tuition reimbursement for the employee or dependents.
• Dependent scholarship program.
• Child care assistance.
• On-site banking and ATM.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level