HR Generalist

Ajinomoto Foods North America•Joplin, MO

34d

About The Position

The HR Generalist is responsible for day-to-day administration of human resource policies and programs including but not limited to benefits, training, employee engagement, employee relations, talent acquisition, and basic payroll functions. This role leads recruitment and hiring efforts for hourly production roles, supports leave of absence (LOA) processes, and assists with attendance management. This role may be structured as a shared position between two individuals. As such, it is critical that each candidate brings strong subject matter knowledge and hands-on experience in their primary areas of responsibility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in HR, labor relations, business, or related field
Minimum 3 years Human Resource experience required. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
General knowledge of employment laws and practices
Ability to work “off hours” as necessary
Exceptional written, verbal, and visual communication skills
Capacity to understand people issues impacting the business along with a passion for relationship building
Proven ability to make decisive and sound judgements consistent with company culture and applicable laws
Experience in project management, resource management, and strategic planning
A desire to lead groups, drive results, and challenge the status quo
Proven ability to influence others and reach agreements and consensus despite differing goals and priorities

Nice To Haves

PHR or SHRM-CP preferred
Manufacturing/ CPG experience preferred

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruitment processes for hourly roles, including sourcing, interviewing, and hiring for open positions
Partner with leadership to ensure timely and effective staffing aligned to business needs
Ownership of new hire orientation including but not limited to scheduling and logistics
Organize site participation in university recruitment, job fairs, career fairs
Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations
Support administration of company policies, employee handbook updates and workplace procedures
Assist with Leave Administration, Accommodations and Return to Work processes
Participate in all audits and compliant documentation
Extreme ownership over adherence of the Attendance Policy including weekly tracking, reporting, and supporting leaders in addressing attendance concerns and assisting leaders in disciplinary action
Representing the organization at unemployment hearings and investigations
Assist with day-to-day activities involving health benefits and protected leave of absence, including but not limited to, assisting with employee third-party claims, assist with open enrollment activities, and any other duties
Overseeing the off-boarding process, including preparation of termination paperwork, scheduling and conduction the exit interview, notifying employee of COBRA rights, if applicable, preparation of final paycheck, audit and close employee file, and make necessary changes in HRIS
Conduct employee relations investigations involving workplace concerns, policy violations, attendance violations and disciplinary matters
Timely reporting and documentation uploaded into the ER Case Management System
Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures
Maintain accurate employee records in compliance with employment laws and regulations
Develop and promote two-way communication (feedback loop) mechanisms for the workforce to influence and promote exceptional employee engagement
Facilitate and foster continuous improvement and change management activitie
Manage projects as necessary and participate in functional and cross- functional initiatives
Assist the HRBP as needed and perform all other duties as assigned
Partner with HRBP on scheduling and facilitating frontline leadership training
Other duties as assigned