Human Resource Generalist

Rise Baking Company, LLC•Bonner Springs, KS

About The Position

Located just 25 minutes from downtown Kansas City, our Bonner Springs facility is a powerhouse in the baking industry. At Rise Baking Company, we don’t just bake—we elevate expectations. We are seeking an HR Generalist who brings an entrepreneurial spirit to our team and a passion for professional excellence. Strategic Location: Enjoy a high-impact, salaried role with easy access to the world-class dining, arts, and culture of the Kansas City metro. Unmatched Development: Join a team of industry experts and collaborative leaders. You’ll have the unique opportunity to learn from the best in the business while helping shape our "finest ingredient"—our people. Professional Culture: We value industrious, creative professionals who thrive in an environment built on honesty, technical expertise, and mutual trust. Job Purpose Perform human resource related duties in the following functional areas: benefits and leave of absence administration, employee relations, workers' compensation, training and development, policy implementation, employment law compliance, and staffing/recruiting.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field or equivalent education, training, and experience
2-4 years of experience in a human resource role
Knowledge of federal and state regulations pertaining to employment
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills; experience with HRIS, preferably ADP
Strong communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the Company
Ability to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information
Ability to work closely with other departments to advise and resolve issues as needed
Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task, manage changing priorities, and work well under pressure
Cultural competency; experience/ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience
Ability to work a flexible schedule including various shifts as needed

Nice To Haves

CP/PHR certification preferred or ability to obtain certification within 12 months
Experience with a fast-growing manufacturing company preferred

Responsibilities

Administer various human resource plans and procedures for plant personnel; assist in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures
Respond to employee relations issues, e.g., employee complaints, and escalate to HR Manager as needed; assist in guiding and coaching managers during the employee disciplinary process
Monitor employee eligibility for benefit plans; review benefits with employees; process benefits enrollment, cancellation, or changes; manage open enrollment communication and election process; verify benefit billing accuracy and processes for payment
Manage leave of absence process and return to work of FMLA, STD, and LTD claims and workers' compensation including necessary communication with the employee and management team
Provide assistance with workers’ compensation process including entering claims, following up with employees, requesting and reviewing medical documentation as needed
Coordinate/conduct new hire orientation
Administer data entry in Alchemy, lead compliance training, and develop reports as needed
Assist in creating and facilitating training and development opportunities for workforce
Coordinate and maintain employee recognition program
Conduct stay and exit interviews to drive improvements within the organization
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations including unemployment claims and EEO-1 reporting
Maintain human resource information system records through entering new hires, status changes, and terminations; compile employee reports as needed; maintain employee filing system
Provide assistance as needed for recruitment and onboarding activities
Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures
Perform other job-related duties as assigned