Title: Sr Plant HR Generalist

               

Location: American Falls, ID

               

About Lamb Weston

We love making fries almost as much as you like eating them! Since the 1950’s, Lamb Weston has inspired customers with food they love, trust, and share with families and friends. As a leading global manufacturer of quality frozen potato products with over 10,000+ team members around the world, it’s our business to see the possibilities in potatoes and people.

We are looking for team members with an appetite for a challenge! People who are hungry to join a winning team and help us make a difference in the world. When you join Lamb Weston, you join a community with a strong support network and training programs designed to nurture, inspire, and help you grow.

We are driven by a relentless pursuit of results and by people who think creatively and embrace our values of: Integrity, Teamwork, Inclusion, Drive for Results, and Empowerment. Exactly what you’d expect from the most inventive potato company in the world!

Join Lamb Weston! We bring the world together with our fries.

Job Description Summary

               

The Senior Human Resources Generalist provides HR services for assigned groups in planning, development, implementation and evaluation of activities, providing ongoing support and general expertise in all areas of human resources. Partners with management and employees to ensure that all human resources deliverables are completed. Works closely with HR specialty areas to provide knowledge and expertise to internal and external customers.

Job Description

 

Supports and advises employees, supervisors and managers regarding employee relations issues including coaching supervisors and managers in managing employee performanceSupervises a team of Operations Support team membersManages the processing of FMLA, OFLA, STD, and any other leave of absenceResponsible for conducting and following up in employee investigation matters.Responsible for assisting in the administration of disability and Workers Compensation claimsManages the processing of new job requisitions and hiring activities for all Hourly and Salary personnelMaintains AAP including overseeing the disposition of candidates on all requisitions, maintain and verify applicant logs, establish hiring goals and assist in communication of hiring goals to appropriate hiring managersConducts annual wage survey and evaluationConducts periodic audits and ensures accurate recordkeeping for HR systems and processesTracks all personnel activities and responsible for HR statistics: turnover, applicants, new hires, transfers, promotions and terminationsProvides supervisory training during orientation period for managers and supervisorsResponsible for updating Hourly Employee Handbook and maintaining HR policies and proceduresResponsible to communicate non-harassment and workplace violence trainingAssist in communicating and encouraging wellness program and activitiesServes as HR representative on assigned committees, projects and community involvement activitiesOther duties as assigned.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferably with major in Human Resources, Psychology, Sociology, Business or related field5+ years of Human Resources Generalist experience with a minimum of 2 years in a Unionized environment2+ years of supervisory experienceExperience in a manufacturing environment preferredExcellent communication skills, both verbal and written – Strong interpersonal skillsMust be able to interact professionally and positively with employees at all levels in the organizationImpeccable attention to detail and organization skillsPosition is Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Periodically off shift work may be required for employee events and projects.Some experience with HRIS such as Kronos, Workday and WorkLoud is preferred.Experience with HR systems upgrades and implementationsExcellent computer skills including but not limited to Excel, Word, and PowerPointExperience  conducting workplace investigations and resolution of issuesKnowledge and understanding of employment laws and regulations (e.g. FMLA, OFLA, Affirmative action, ADAAA)Knowledge of benefit programs (Medical, 401k, etc.)Knowledge and experience with interviewing and employment practicesAbility to make sound hiring decisions for a dynamic work environmentExperience with writing reports, business correspondence and policies/procedures

Industry-Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive.  Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:

Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts

Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program

Paid Time Off

Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance

Family-Friendly Employee events

Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

               

Job Requisition ID: Req-256445

               

Time Type: Full time

               

Anticipated Close Date: 02/16/2025

               

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate’s work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable annual estimate of the range for this role based on the variables previously mentioned is: $74,190.00 - $111,300.00

               

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law