Human Resources Generalist

Refresco Careers•Wharton, NJ

About The Position

The HR Generalist provides leadership and administrative support to the plant operations team and supports business functions in achieving Refresco North America’s business goals. Reporting to the Plant Human Resources Business Partner, the role supports hourly and exempt employees at a manufacturing plant. Responsibilities include recruiting, orientation and onboarding, employee development and training, performance management, compliance, and investigations, as well as implementing programs under the HRBP’s direction. The position also maintains HR data and metrics, supports customer ethical audits, and works with HR colleagues across locations to share best practices. The role requires occasional travel. Work is administrative and fast-paced, with sustained focus, attention to detail, and pronounced deadline and accuracy pressures. The successful candidate will support plant leaders and employees while maintaining confidential HR information and adhering to HR policies, procedures, and employment law.

Requirements

At least five years of HR Generalist or HR Management experience.
Fluency in English and Spanish.
Professional success in payroll administration, recruitment, and employee relations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and HRIS applications; intermediate Microsoft Excel skills are required.
Experience with applicant tracking systems and other HRIS applications.
Strong organization and communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and coordinate activities to meet deadlines.
Ability to interpret company policies and procedures for management and hourly employees.

Nice To Haves

HR experience in a manufacturing environment.
Bachelor’s degree or related field.
Labor Relations and Union Relations experience.
Professional Human Resource Certification (PHR) or Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Certification.

Responsibilities

Ensure understanding of and adherence to HR policies, procedures, and employment law.
Interpret and advise employees and managers on leave management, benefit administration, and HR procedures and policies within specified guidelines.
Maintain the confidentiality of Human Resource information.
Assist the HRBP with exempt and hourly recruiting and employment strategies.
Lead the annual performance review process for hourly employees.
Partner with department managers on the annual merit process for hourly employees.
Lead administrative compliance training for employees on EHS, Food Safety, and HR compliance.
Prepare for and participate in local career fairs and hiring events.
Facilitate training for plant leaders as needed.
Organize community events in partnership with the HRBP.
Support plant leadership teams with retention strategy, labor market analysis, and EHS activities.
Support the HRBP with labor or employee relations meetings and investigations.
Resolve problems by applying HR and business knowledge and client relationships.
Network with HR colleagues across locations to share best practices.
Lead and organize employee engagement events in partnership with plant leaders.
Maintain and track HR data and metrics.
Support customer ethical audits.
Complete other projects or duties assigned by the HRBP.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and AD&D insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Pet insurance
Legal benefits
401(k) Savings Plan with company match
12 paid holidays
Vacation days and paid sick time off
Well-being benefit
Discount and total reward programs
Eligibility for performance-based bonuses based on company objectives