Human Resources Business Partner II | KanPak | Penn Yan, NY
About The Position
KanPak, a Golden State Foods company, is seeking an HR professional to provide employee support and administrative and operational human resources services at its Penn Yan, New York manufacturing facility. The role serves as a primary contact for employee inquiries and supports compliance with company policies and applicable laws. Although the posting title is Human Resources Business Partner II, the role description refers to the position as a Human Resources Generalist. The position is on-site and scheduled Monday through Friday, with a flexible schedule that includes hours extending into the night shift: either a 5:00 a.m. start or a 9:00 p.m. end. The stated annual salary range is $62,000 to $75,000. Benefits are subject to eligibility and include paid time off and holidays, insurance coverage, spending accounts, an employee assistance program, a retirement plan, and education reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
- At least 3 years of experience in a Human Resources role.
- Working knowledge of federal and New York State employment laws, including FMLA, FLSA, ADA, OSHA, and EEO.
- Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree or higher; a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field is preferred.
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification.
- HRIS experience, such as UKG or similar systems.
- Prior HR Generalist experience.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a primary point of contact for employee HR-related questions.
- Support weekly payroll processes, including data entry and updates.
- Coordinate and lead onboarding, including new-hire paperwork, I-9 and E-Verify compliance, and orientation.
- Maintain accurate and compliant personnel, benefits, and medical records.
- Protect confidentiality and properly handle sensitive employee information.
- Support HR projects, meetings, and communications.
- Coordinate employee engagement activities and company-sponsored events.
- Assist with employee relations matters, including coaching and counseling support for associates or supervision.
- Manage facility access and related administrative processes.
- Process employee separations and maintain related records.
- Perform general administrative duties and maintain HR documentation.
- Plan and execute associate engagement activities.
Benefits
- Paid time off, holidays, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Disability and life insurance options.
- Health and dependent care spending accounts.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Retirement plan.
- Education reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
