HR GENERALIST

$59,438 - $91,832/Yr

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. - Mills River, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Mills River, NC

Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing

About the position

The HR Generalist at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. plays a crucial role in supporting various human resources functions, including benefits administration, recruitment, employee relations, learning and development, and compliance. This position collaborates closely with the Director of Talent Management, HR Manager, Senior HR Partners, and Talent Acquisition Partners, providing direct support to the Food & Beverage and Guest Experience teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers on HR inquiries, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Support talent acquisition efforts by partnering with Talent Acquisition Partners and hiring managers to screen candidates and facilitate interviews.
• Provide proactive coaching and guidance to supervisors and managers on employee concerns; hold regular one-on-one meetings with leaders to improve managerial effectiveness within Food & Beverage and Guest Experience teams.
• Assist in the administration of performance reviews, development plans, and succession planning initiatives.
• Assist with new employee orientations at each brewery.
• Ensure company initiatives are in compliance with all state and federal employment laws and regulations (e.g., FMLA, ADA, EEO and FLSA).
• Interpret HR policies, counsel employees on work-related issues, and conduct investigations as needed.
• Provide guidance to managers on performance management, coaching, and employee development.
• Conduct research, analyze data and prepare recommendations on assigned projects.
• Provide support in the areas of compensation and benefits: salary administration, proposing merit adjustments, assisting with communications, and helping employees with benefits questions and escalations.
• May support other HR-related functions and/or programs and initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or a combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved required.
• 1 year of Human Resources experience required.
• Knowledge of HR applications and programs. Working knowledge of HRIS systems (UKG UltiPro) and Microsoft Office.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Specific focus in restaurant and customer service preferred.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, focused on enhancing workflow efficiency and optimizing HR processes.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage all levels of the organization.

Benefits

• Generous 10% company match on 401(k) contributions.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Onsite medical clinic.
• Mental health and well-being benefits including paid sick leave.
• Generous paid time off.