People & Culture Generalist

Agri-Mark/Cabot Creamery•Waitsfield, VT

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Agri-Mark/McCadam/Cabot Creamery, a company with over 100 years of history rooted in farming, family, and a strong mission, is seeking an onsite People & Culture Generalist to support their Waitsfield, VT office and East Montpelier, VT distribution Center. The company is committed to sustainability, respect, integrity, teamwork, and producing award-winning products. Cabot Creamery, a certified B Corp since 2012, is dedicated to transforming the global economy for the benefit of people, communities, and the planet.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal/written) skills are essential.
Ability to present information in one-on-one and/or larger group situations.
Analytical skills to identify root causes and resolve situations and problems with viable solutions.
The ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with demonstrated skill in organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS, and other computer-based applications.
Ability to stay professional under pressure.
The ability to handle delicate personal matters in a professional, confidential, and caring manner.
The ability to read, comprehend and apply the principles from technical material, policies, and/or manuals.
3-5 years related experience.
Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Self-starter with ability to interact well with employees at all levels within the company as well as outside entities.
A high degree of integrity, ethics, and judgment.

Nice To Haves

A degree in a related field of study preferred

Responsibilities

Administer various People and Culture plans and procedures for worksite personnel.
Conduct recruitment efforts for assigned positions coordinating with internal and external resources as required.
Coach and advise leaders and employees with employee relations and performance matters.
Conduct new-employee orientations and onboarding.
Process required portions of employee payroll.
Interpret and explain company policies and procedures for leaders and employees.
Provide information on company benefits to candidates for employment and existing employees.
Research and make recommendations regarding a variety of P&C matters to their leader.
Maintain worksite compliance with federal, state and local employment and benefits laws and regulations.
Assist with workers’ compensation matters including liaising with the insurance carrier, employee, providers and with return to work details.
Learn about business operations to become a valued business partner.
Draft and develop job descriptions.
Promote and champion the company’s values in the workplace.
Maintain employee personnel files.
Assist with the delivery of various training programs.
Assist other locations with P&C matters as needed.
Conduct work with integrity, objectivity, competence, fairness, confidentiality, professionalism, and diligence.
All other duties as assigned.