Summary Description: The Human Resources Generalist I supports the day-to-day operations of the HR Department and provides advice, assistance, and follow-up on company policies and procedures. This position coordinates the resolution of policy-related and procedural issues and inquiries. Responsibilities are in the following functional areas: HR office management, employee/labor relations, Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), HR policy administration, benefit administration, coaching of employees/leaders, and recruiting & selection. Job Duties (Accountability Categories and Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities): NOTE: The job may include other non-essential responsibilities and duties that are not listed on this form. # Accountability Category Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities % of Time 1 HR Office Management + Contributes to the daily transactions of the Human Resources Office including ensuring proper record-keeping and file management processes. + Responsible for application of the employee attendance policy and counsels employees as needed. + Coordinates and is point person for vendor management such as uniforms, vending machines/fresh markets, janitorial service, etc. + Establishes and maintains an accurate and employee friendly environment. + Serves as backup to the Plant Safety Leader, HR Supervisor and/or HR Manager when necessary. 25% 2 Employee Relations + Handles and resolves low-to-mid-level employee relation investigations and issues and escalates when necessary. + Supports employee relations practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale and motivation through various methods including active floor time, etc. + Leads employee engagement teams that support social, networking, and technical opportunities in the plant including Leprino Voice and other engagement surveys. + Champions the plant Wellness Program or other Program including leading an interactive and progressive team, facilitating communication, preparing the annual proposal including estimated expenses, and maintaining the budget. + Reviews disciplinary documentation and participates with business partners in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations. + Assists with locations reasonable accommodation process, conducts dialogues with employees, and documents related actions. + Assists with labor relations process as applicable at Union Plants such as grievance closure, contract interpretation, 20% coordination of JLRC meetings, preparation for arbitrations, and maintaining related tracking systems and documentation. + Facilitates employee focus groups to enhance positive employee relations. 3 Recruiting and Selection + Coordinates the locations recruiting efforts with business partners to ensure proper staffing levels are maintained within the plant, including development of employment advertisements and/or working with third-party staffing agencies as needed. + Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions. + Assists in the coordination and facilitation of the orientation, onboarding, and retention feedback process for new employees. + Conducts new hire orientation training on Human Resources subject matter. + Uses turnover data for the facility to identify areas of opportunity. + Completes exit interviews for non-exempt team members. + Coordinates internal job transfer posting and selection process. 20% 4 Coaching & Development + Provides local leadership with advice, assistance and follow- up on company policies, union contract (as applicable), procedures, legal compliance, and documentation. + Communicates and shares Human Resources policies, procedures, programs, and laws when needed. + Facilitates and navigates leaders and employees through conflict management and positive employee relations. 15% 5 HR Policy Administration + Supports the development and implementation of plant-level Human Resources policies and practices and manages day-to- day execution of plant- and corporate-level policies and strategies to ensure consistent application. + Coordinates compliance and regulatory training for all employees such as Harassment and Discrimination Prevention, Affirmative Action, etc. + Reviews and conducts internal audits of HR policy and procedure application to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices. + Prepares, analyzes, and distributes reports that are necessary to carry out the functions of the department including compilation of quarterly applicant flow data for Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) reporting. + Supports, operates, and has a thorough understanding of the SAP system, owning SAP-related processes in the plant. 10% + Site subject matter expert on processes related to SAP, Kronos Timekeeping, SuccessFactors recruiting system, and other human resources technology. + Suggests new procedures and policies for improving employee experience as well as the efficiency of HR department and Company. + Assists HR Manager with completion of annual wage review process 6 Benefits Administration + Serves as the site subject matter expert on the company benefits program and provides day-to-day benefits administration services. Assists employees with claim issue resolution, as needed. + Coordinates and conducts benefits orientation and other benefits training, including the annual benefits open enrollment process. + Facilitates, monitors, and maintains plant Leave of Absence and FMLA program, including distribution of paperwork, tracking status and time along with progress of claims, and ensuring proper documentation is received. + Administers the Educational Reimbursement program for the plant by promoting its usage, reviewing all requests for policy compliance, processing disbursements to employees, and tracking and reporting program results. + Responsible for partnering with Safety Leader to complete Essential Job Function Review annually. 10% Location Specific Detail: Minimum Qualifications & Experience: + Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or similar program, or equivalent work experience. + 1-2 years of experience in Human Resources position. + Technically sound, or demonstrated capability to learn, Human Resources fundamentals and best practices and the application of them in manufacturing operations. Preferred Qualifications & Experience: + Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM certification + Dairy/Cheese manufacturing experience Knowledge, Skills & Abilities/Competencies: + General knowledge of state and federal employment laws and practices. + Familiar with Human Resources fundamentals and best practices and the application of them in manufacturing operations. + Working knowledge of benefits and compensation programs. + Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite programs. + Effective oral and written communication skills. + Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills. + Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills. + Excellent organizational skills. + Creative thinker with a process improvement mindset. Working Relationships: + This position reports to the Human Resources Manager. + The HR Generalist has a strong peer-based relationship with the Plant Safety Leader and other functional department managers and supervisors, with occasional contact with corporate human resources staff, regulatory agencies and training sources. + The HR Generalist serves as the back-up for the Human Resources Manager in his/her absence. Salary Minimum $80,107 Mid $94,126 Leprino Foods supports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran If an offer of employment is extended, it would be contingent on passing a criminal background check, a hair follicle drug screen, and a physical abilities test. Leprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing. Additional information about this process can be obtained @www.psychemedics.com