Human Resources Generalist

Chick-fil-A Supply - Salt Lake City, UT

Salt Lake City, UT

About the position

The Talent Specialist supports the day-to-day operations of the talent team at the Chick-fil-A Supply Distribution Center (DC) in Salt Lake City, UT, ensuring a workforce that can meet the demands of the DC. The Talent Specialist will also contribute to the overall functioning of the reward and benefit systems to help meet broader organizational goals. The Talent Specialist will engage with stakeholders to facilitate daily human resources transactions, including tracking employee records, supporting the recruitment/interview process, managing the new hire onboarding process, contributing to the administration of the reward and benefit systems, and collaborating with the Talent Leader and the Chick-fil-A Supply leadership team to drive the talent strategy and culture within the DC. In this role, you will help drive continued innovation at an operation like no other in the food service industry.

Responsibilities

• Support the Talent Leader in the execution of recruitment initiatives to effectively staff the Distribution Center operations, including coordinating interview logistics (e.g., timing, location, interviewers, communications), conducting interviews for hourly team members, and ensuring a smooth recruitment process.
• Maintain records management within the HR system for all staff in the facility, including compiling data and providing insights to the Talent Leader.
• Drive employee engagement across all departments of the DC, including processing and assisting with employee inquiries in a timely manner and in a way that reflects the culture, and developing and executing initiatives to promote a culture that reflects Chick-fil-A Supply's values of care, safety, and excellence.
• Advise and support team members on various topics, including employment law and government regulations, performance management, team morale, and various policies (e.g., FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation, handbook, etc.)
• Run the payroll administration process for the DC and provide issue resolution to Staff and Leaders.
• Partner with Legal, business partners, and the Talent Leader to ensure legal compliance with all applicable federal and state requirements.
• Plan, coordinate and facilitate new hire orientation and other training sessions and seminars, as needed.
• Other duties as may be assigned as needs arise.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 3 years of HR-related experience, including at least 1 year in a distribution or manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general HR policies, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to build relationships and influence others across multiple operations.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.
• Ability to occasionally travel, including overnight trips.
• Have experience with investigations including, but not limited to, accidents and harassment allegations.
• Have experience recruiting and developing a strong, diverse team.
• Have some understanding of labor legislation.
• Be able to lead through change management.

Nice-to-haves

• Spanish speaking strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of HR generalist experience, including 3+ in a distribution or manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of logistics, warehousing, and IT systems.
• Working knowledge of HRIS systems.
• Working knowledge of payroll administration.
• Working knowledge of innovations in supply chain.
• Working knowledge of safe work practices (OSHA, etc.) for all functions performed in a distribution facility.
• Excellent knowledge of employment law and other governmental requirements related to human resources.
• Demonstrated business acumen of HR KPIs; using data to drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent business communication and presentation skills.
• Food service distribution experience.