Generalist, Human Resources

Human Resources Generalist

When it comes to baking, BakeMark has its own secret ingredient: a team of passionate talented employees. For over 100 years, BakeMark has stood for excellence in quality and service, for our customers, our stakeholders and our colleagues. We attribute our success to our colleagues and their contributions towards meeting the needs of our customers and stakeholders. We shall share our values and ways of working. We are passionate about the baking industry. We excel at creating strong partnerships within the company and with our loyal customers. We love to innovate and thrive to manufacture and deliver performing bakery products and world-class customer service. With over 100 years of service to the baking industry, BakeMark is recognized as an industry leader and trusted partner for quality bakery ingredients, products, supplies and service. BakeMark is a manufacturer and distributor with 23 branches conveniently-located across the U.S. At BakeMark we appreciate our employees and their families and offer a competitive pay and a full suite of benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance (Comprehensive healthcare benefits package, with many coverage options at a very low employee cost)
• 401K (generous retirement benefits) with a Company Match
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Position Summary: Under limited supervision, the Human Resources Generalist supports the daily operations of the Human Resources department, including recruitment and onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, leave management, performance management, compliance, and policy implementation. This position serves as a key resource for employees and management while ensuring adherence to company policies and employment regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with required training, continuing education, certifications, licenses, and employee assessments, including safety and anti-harassment training.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified candidates for open positions. Collaborates with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and required competencies.
• Conducts or coordinates background checks, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
• Administers and supports new hire onboarding and orientation programs.
• Assists with employee engagement, recognition, and retention initiatives.
• Performs routine and complex HR functions, including:
• Compensation and benefits administration
• Leave management
• Employee relations and conflict resolution
• Performance and talent management
• Investigations and disciplinary actions
• Training and development
• Workplace safety and compliance
• Responds to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and managers, escalating sensitive or complex issues as appropriate.
• Participates in employee disciplinary meetings, investigations, and termination processes.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Assists with developing, updating, and communicating HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Maintains current knowledge of HR trends, employment legislation, and industry best practices.
• Generates reports and analyzes HR metrics to support business objectives and workforce planning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May supervise or coordinate the work of HR support staff and interns.
• May assist in assigning work, monitoring performance, and conducting performance evaluations.
• May provide guidance and training to junior team members as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong conflict resolution and employee relations skills.
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and effectively manage competing demands.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Ability to learn and adapt to new HR technologies and systems.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field required.
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of progressive Human Resources experience required.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR preferred.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of organizational operations required.
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and HRIS platforms.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting multi-site or multi-state operations.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.
• Knowledge of California employment laws and HR best practices preferred.
• Experience with employee engagement and talent development initiatives.

BakeMark is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at BakeMark via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written agreement in place for this position from BakeMark HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of BakeMark. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by BakeMark as a result of the referral or through other means.

BakeMark is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment, in accordance with the requirements of all applicable state and federal laws, on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age or any other basis prohibited by law.