Human Resources Generalist - Nights/2nd Shift

Hormel Foods Family of Companies•Austin, MN

6d•$64,400 - $115,500•Onsite

About The Position

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include PLANTERS®, SKIPPY®, SPAM®, HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE®, APPLEGATE®, WHOLLY®, HORMEL® BLACK LABEL®, COLUMBUS®, JENNIE-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The Company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report and one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, was recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World’s Best Companies and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. For more information, visit www.hormelfoods.com.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience.
Demonstrated skills in the area of employee relations.
A strong pattern of initiative, accountability, achievement and leadership.
Proven problem solving, decision making, persuasive, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to prioritize.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently on an off-shift with limited on-site HR support.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters.
Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.
Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Skills.
Experience in a manufacturing/processing environment.
Experience working in a union environment.
Prior experience in a salaried HR position.

Responsibilities

Maintains positive Company-employee labor relations through fair and efficient conflict resolution, investigations, discipline, and equitable use of the working agreement and plant work rules.
Oversees activities associated with employees during the probationary period for purposes of retention including orientation, evaluations, coaching, and termination when appropriate.
Provides safety support and oversight of night shift safety practices, compliance, and incident response activities.
Ensures compliance with government regulations, company policy, procedures, and employment eligibility.
Provides leadership for employee engagement initiatives while championing inclusion and diversity.
Provides direct and indirect day-to-day guidance and development to HR admins, HR technicians, and other HR staff.
Uses data and HR metrics (turnover, absenteeism, engagement) to identify trends and drive improvements.
Coaches and partners with leadership on performance management, employee relations, and workforce engagement.
Assesses and executes training and development plans aligned with operational needs.
Assists with hiring office hourly and plant hourly production team members including recruiting, interviewing, placement, onboarding, and orientation.
Assumes the responsibilities of the Human Resource Manager when absent.