Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

Job Description

Human Resources Generalist - 2nd Shift

Position Summary

Indiana Packers Corporation (IPC) is seeking an enthusiastic 2nd shift HR Generalist to join our team. As part of the Human Resources team this position works with Operations, Safety, first-aid and HR leadership contributing to the organization's overall people strategy, initiatives, and tactics. Responsible for providing HR support and daily HR functions of the facility.

Core Responsibilities:

• Professional demeanor and ethical conduct, including handling confidential information appropriately
• Proficient working in web-based HRIS, Payroll and other HR-related software, including report writing
• Aid in execution of the processes that attract, develop, recognize, and retain employees to support the site's short- and long-term strategic business needs
• Ensure the culture & working environment is open, empowering, fair, and equitable
• Supporting safety culture by driving people related safety goals and business initiatives
• Provide coaching and counsel to management and employees on HR programs and policies
• Coordinate with various members of management to conduct investigations and propose resolution to employee complaints and/or concerns
• Facilitate and execute training for various HR initiatives and measure overall effectiveness.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and HR events and activities.
• Identify problems or issues and communicate related trends to HR leadership.
• Responsible for fostering a cohesive workplace with the highest ethical standards by treating all team members with dignity and respect.
• Maintain team member compliance of company policies, safety and quality standards, and good housekeeping through the application of fair and consistent accountability methods.
• Addresses issues and concerns requiring the interpretation and application of policies and procedures to resolve issues related to employee relations matters.
• Leads matters regarding employment separations, demotions, and department transfers.
• Assists stakeholders and employees with dispute resolution matters.
• All employees are expected to adhere to their scheduled working hours and attend work consistently to ensure smooth operation and effective teamwork.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Post-secondary degree required. Human Resources or related fields preferred.
• 2 + years of HR experience preferred, operations leadership experience will be given full consideration.
• Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish) is a mandatory requirement for this role.
• Prior experience in a large (100+ team member) operation is highly desired, as is multi-plant experience
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations
• Ability to work with team members of all levels
• Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred
• Exceptional written and oral communications skills
• Ability to develop and present compelling business-based presentations
• Must be self-directed and able to handle large, concurrent projects with minimal supervision
• Ability to understand and translate business strategy into relevant, value-added HR actions and/or initiatives

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions on the site including exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud and hearing protection is required. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in cold, hot, and outdoor conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust.

Physical Demand:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work is primarily performed in an office & manufacturing environment requiring the ability to sit, talk, hear, frequent walking, standing, and sitting; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. Ability to use standard office equipment such as telephone, computer, and copier.

Other Duties

Please note, this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. This may include verification of employment, education, criminal background, driving history, and other relevant information, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

EOE, including Disability/Veteran

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