Human Resources Generalist

Refresco•Joplin, MO

About The Position

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best. Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table? Position Description Reporting to the Plant Human Resources Business Partner, the HR Generalist, provides leadership and administrative support to the plant operations team. The HR Generalist supports all business functions to drive and attain the desired business goals for Refresco North America. This position supports our all hourly and exempt level employees in the manufacturing plant. The generalist will provide support to leaders and employees to include; recruiting, new hire orientation, onboarding, employee development and training, performance management, compliance and investigations. The HR Generalist will support implementation programs under the direction of the HRBP.

Requirements

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and HRIS.
Strong organization and communication skills, ability to multi-task while paying attention to detail and working in a high volume, fast paced environment.
Demonstrated professional success payroll administration, recruitment and employee relations.
Ability to speak effectively interact with all levels of management.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and coordinate activities to meet specific deadlines.
Ability to interpret the company’s policies and procedures to management and hourly employees.
Minimum of five (5) years of HR Generalist or HR Management experience required. HR experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Bachelor’s degree or related field preferred.
Experience with applicant tracking systems and other HRIS applications required.

Nice To Haves

Professional Human Resource Certification (PHR) or Society Human Resource Management (SHRM) Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure comprehensive understanding of and adherence to all HR policies and procedures as well as employment law.
Interpreting, assisting and advising employees and managers regarding; leave management, benefit administration, and HR procedures and policies within the specified guidelines.
Maintain employee confidence and protect operations by keeping Human Resource information confidential.
Assist HRBP on tasks related to exempt level and hourly recruitment process and employment strategies to meet human resources requirements.
Leads the annual performance review process for hourly employees.
Partners with department managers on the annual merit process for all hourly employees.
Leads the administrative compliance training for all employees as it relates to EHS, Food Safety and HR compliance.
Prepares for and participates in local career fairs and hiring events.
Facilitates training to plant leaders as needed
In partnership with HRBP organizes community events.
Supports the plant leadership teams with plant retention strategy, labor market analysis, and EHS activities.
Supports HRBP with all labor or employee relations meetings or investigations as needed.
Resolves basic to complex problems by leveraging business / HR knowledge and client relationships.
Work with and network with HR colleagues across all locations to ensure sharing of best practices.
In partnership with Plant leaders, leads and organizes all employee engagement events.
Other projects or duties as assigned by the HRBP.
Maintain and tracks HR data and metrics.
Support customer ethical audits.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
Short-term disability and long-term disability
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