Sr Human Resources Generalist

Winland Foods•Tolleson, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Winland Foods, people are at the center of everything we do. Guided by our values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration, we strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported, engaged, and empowered to grow. As an HR Team Member in one of our facilities, you’ll champion shaping that culture. Acting as a strategic business partner, you’ll provide direction and support in all areas of Human Resources while driving practices that help our people and our business thrive. Your responsibilities will span a wide range of critical HR functions, including onboarding, workforce planning, talent development, employee engagement and relations, change management, compliance, HR reporting, and HRIS. You’ll also support performance management and engagement initiatives that bring Winland’s values to life—fostering collaboration, building trust, and ensuring every employee has the opportunity to succeed. This role is more than managing HR processes—it’s about leading with integrity, supporting continuous improvement, and strengthening the connection between people and purpose. By joining Winland, you’ll make an impact not only on our teams but also on the food experiences we deliver to millions of consumers.

Requirements

Experience and aptitude with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems).
Advanced computer skills in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and Outlook).
3+ years’ experience as an HR Generalist
Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong customer service, relationship-building, and follow-up skills.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong problem-solving abilities.
Results-driven and process-oriented mindset.
Proven analytical capabilities.
Strategic thinking and business acumen.
Project management mindset.
Thorough knowledge of current trends and issues in Human Resources Management.
Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Positive attitude, dependable, self-motivated, and willing to work overtime or weekends as needed.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or equivalent discipline preferred.
Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate personnel files and confidential HR records.
Process new hire paperwork, terminations, and employee status changes.
Assist with the administration of benefits programs, payroll, and leave requests.
Manage and administer employee benefits, including open enrollment and claims resolution.
Conduct exit interviews and analyze data to identify trends.
Manage complex HR projects and initiatives.
Develop and manage the HR budget.
Partner with the steering team and finance to set and manage site headcount in the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
Serve as a first point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
Coordinate logistics for plant-wide events and activities with each month’s event sponsor.
Assist in communicating details of events to all employees.
Gather employee feedback on event effectiveness through simple surveys.
Handle employee relations issues, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions.
Conduct investigations into employee complaints.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
Provide guidance and coaching to managers on HR best practices and employee relations.
Act as a subject matter expert on complex compliance issues, such as ADA, Workers Compensation and FLSA.
Coordinate calendar of monthly events or activities by working with steering team sponsors.
Help steering team develop and implement new engagement initiatives based on employee feedback.
Collaborate with department managers and supervisors to encourage event participation.
Serve as a key point of contact for the employee engagement committee and other stakeholders.
Manage budget for all employee engagement programs and events.
Assist in the recruitment process by posting job openings, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.
Support the onboarding and orientation process for new employees.
Develop and implement recruiting strategies to attract top talent.
Coordinate and facilitate training and development programs.
Design and oversee comprehensive training and development programs for all employees, including overseeing of Learning & Development team members.
Partner with leaders to ensure accurate and timely feedback is given to team members through Talent Development process.
Develop succession planning strategies.
Create and distribute internal communications related to HR policies and updates.
Maintain and update the HR information system with employee data.
Participate in improvement projects.
Actively participate in all required training.
Participate in 5S efforts.
Analyze HR data and metrics to identify areas for improvement.
Develop and update company policies and procedures.
Lead continuous improvement efforts within the HR department and across the organization.
Develop and implement a communication strategy for HR-related announcements.