Human Resources Generalist

Butterball Farms • Grand Rapids, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resource Generalist will support the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including employee relations, talent acquisition, engagement, development and supporting company policies and practices. This role involves managing and resolving employee relations issues, conducting investigations, and participating in disciplinary meetings and terminations. The Generalist will also perform routine tasks for HR programs such as new hire orientation, performance and talent management, training and development, compensation, benefits, and leave administration. Additionally, the role is responsible for full-cycle recruiting, providing performance management guidance, improving employee relations, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations. The position also supports payroll processes, maintains HRIS data, and stays updated on HR trends and best practices. The role may require backup support for other HR team members and may involve activities related to educational grants like GoingPro.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
• At least two years of human resource generalist experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required.
• Current human resources and/or compensation credentials or certification preferred. (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP; PHR/SPHR, etc.)
• Equivalent experience will be taken into consideration.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience that can be shown to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Responsibilities

• Manages and resolves employee relations issues, conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations, attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings and terminations.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to new hire orientation, performance and talent management, training and development, disciplinary matters; compensation, benefits, and leave; productivity, recognition, and morale; and occupational health and safety.
• Responsible for full-cycle recruiting of hourly employees and select salaried positions, including sourcing, interviewing, candidate screening, offer coordination, and pre-employment requirements.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Participate in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up ensure training objectives are met.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring to complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Support payroll processes by maintaining accurate employee information and coordinating payroll-related changes.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Ensures compliance and participation in various educational grants (e.g., GoingPro).
• Act as a back-up to additional HR team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level