HR Generalist I

Wayne Farms

About The Position

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The HR Generalist acts as the central point of contact surrounding LOA, Disability and FMLA leaves, entering leave data, following up on issues and upkeep of associated employee leave files. The HR Generalist also enters transactions within the Workday HCM system and provides required departmental reports. Additionally, this role works closely with the HR and Operations team on HR and Operations metrics tracking and reporting (absenteeism, turnover, employee referrals, etc.) and assists HR Manager and/or Supervisor with other departmental duties.

Requirements

Minimum one (1) year experience within a human resources generalist environment; experience in leave administration with knowledge of FMLA and ADA legal requirements highly preferred; experience with HCM systems such as Workday highly preferred
Strong computer skills with the ability to work with multiple Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.); knowledge/ experience within Workday or other similar HRIS system preferred
Must have the ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written, with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner; ability to communicate in multiple languages preferred
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize
Ability to work effectively with others, possessing tact and discretion and demonstrates high level of confidentiality in all matters
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills with the ability to prioritize
Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and sense of urgency, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Highschool diploma or degree preferred.
Follow and ensure others follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory
Ability to remain stationary for extended periods of time
Ability to work non-standard hours (i.e., holidays, weekends and/or extended shifts as needed per business need

Responsibilities

Manage employee FMLA, Disability and personal leave tasks per Company policies and Federal, State and local legal requirements; enter leave and return to work dates in appropriate system in a timely manner and follow up on inconsistencies or missing documentation and communicate to appropriate personnel
Act as point of contact for employees, corporate benefits and plant leaders; respond to benefit questions concerning employee leaves, 401(k), or other employee welfare programs and assist employees with claim resolution, electronic processes and comprehension of benefit plan design when needed
Update, research and resolve enrollment, marital status and dependent verification discrepancies in Workday to ensure vendors and payroll receive accurate eligibility, enrollment, and deduction information; partner with Corporate Benefits when unable to resolve benefits related issues
Partner with Safety/ EHS on Workers Compensation claims, ensuring data is entered correctly and needed documentation is collected and readily available
Act as a liaison between carrier and employee as needed to facilitate exchange of information, documentation collection and submission, etc. to facilitate leave approval, benefit enrollment or dependent verification process
Partner with Corporate Benefits on all open enrollment events, new or revised programs, special events, etc.; act as lead in coordinating meetings and follow-up to ensure employees are informed about changes to all benefit plans
Actively participate in educating and notifying employees on benefit plans and enrollment opportunities
Enter data (employee self-service entries, rehire status, etc.) and transactions (job changes, promotion, demotions, transfers, Mass Pay Adjustments, etc.) in Workday system or other databases accurately, completely, and in the correct format to ensure data is within Company guidelines and Federal, State or local legal or regulatory requirements
Act as point of contact for employees, corporate HRIS and plant leaders for Workday data, transaction and system related questions
Research and correctly resolve data input discrepancies or missing data when requested; elevate unresolved issues to appropriate personnel
Gather, track and compile data for required HR or Operations metrics reporting (headcount, absenteeism, turnover, employee referrals, etc.); distribute to appropriate personnel in a timely manner
Oversee unemployment process, researching and submitting documents to ensure complete data is entered in applicable system
Provide training for supervisors and managers on the functionality of the Workday HCM system as needed
Validate information on I-9, including documentation substantiating right to work, certify I-9 for each new hire (sec. 2) and recertify I-9 right to work status including documents as needed (sec. 3)
Validate and complete WOTC sec. 2 for all new hires
Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvement to streamline processes and improve efficiency
Partner with HR team on all employee engagement projects
Follow and promote all safety initiatives, (i.e., wear appropriate PPE in area where mandatory) helping to maintain a zero-accident culture
Other duties as assigned.