Human Resources Specialist

Great Lakes Cheese•Abilene, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1958, Great Lakes Cheese is the largest packager of natural cheese in the United States. We are proud to offer our retail, foodservice, and co-pack customers with award-winning natural and processed bulk, shredded, and sliced cheeses. At Great Lakes Cheese, we believe in the value of values. We are true partners internally and externally, building on a foundation of respect and putting forth our best at every opportunity. This partnership approach has driven our tremendous growth and earned us awards such as the #8 Top Workplace in Northeast Ohio. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan makes every employee an owner. GLC Owners are problem solvers - they look for opportunities to help and take action. Our Owners are passionate about their work and eagerly advance their knowledge and capabilities. Most importantly, they act with integrity. At Great Lakes Cheese, we do the right thing because it’s the right thing to do. Join our Great Lakes Cheese family and own a piece of the action. The HR Specialist will oversee and provide day-to-day management, support and reporting for the HRIS system and facilitate the payroll activities.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or commensurate experience.
2 years of HR experience or more.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and SAP.
General understanding of manufacturing processes.
Ability to make sound, independent decisions based on management expertise and experience.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve.

Nice To Haves

HRIS certification.
Payroll certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance.
Administer weekly payroll consistently and correctly.
Rectify any payroll and Kronos issues.
Respond to inquiries regarding HRIS and payroll policies, procedures, and programs.
Track, maintain and complete HRIS reporting regarding tax credits, bonuses, hourly wages, headcount and turnover.
Administer and manage the Workers Compensation program.
Assist VP of HR with projects.
Maintain confidentiality.
Ability to review/update/have access to the compensation of employees in the organization. The expectation is that all employees in HR will not disclose any confidential information.
All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.