Bilingual Human Resources Generalist

Greater Omaha Packing • Omaha, NE

1d • 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 day-to-day HR needs. The Generalist builds effective relationships across the workforce and applies sound judgment, discretion, and consistent HR practices. The 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, electrical-shock risk, and vibration, and sometimes works near moving mechanical parts. Noise levels are moderate.

The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with occasional Saturdays. Flexibility to adjust hours is required 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.
• 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.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn HRIS and other HR technology systems.
• Flexibility to adjust working hours as needed; occasional Saturday work.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Administer and consistently apply company policies and HR procedures.
• Provide day-to-day HR guidance 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 to improve the employee experience.
• Plan, communicate, and execute employee engagement activities and company events.
• Support recruiting, 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 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 across multiple shifts and departments as business needs require.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Vision, medical, and dental coverage beginning 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