HR Generalist - Leaves & Absenteeism

Job Description

Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus.

• This is a brand-new role that will be onsite at our Champaign, IL plant.
• *Benefits begin immediately upon hire for salaried employees.

HR Generalist-Leaves & Absenteeism at a glance...

Under the direction of the HR Lead, the Human Resources Generalist-Leaves & Absenteeism is responsible for managing employee leave and absenteeism programs with a strong emphasis on data, analytics, and proactive case management. This role analyzes attendance/leave trends, supports employees and leaders in navigating covered leave options, coordinates leave case documentation and communications, and partners with internal and external community resources to connect employees to wraparound services. The role helps ensure compliance, consistent practices, and an improved employee experience while reducing unplanned absenteeism through early intervention and effective support.

What's on the menu?
Leave Administration & Case Management

• Serve as a primary point of contact for leave-related questions (e.g., FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation coordination, state/local leave, company leaves, paid leave benefits as applicable).
• Conduct end-to-end leave case management activities, including intake, eligibility assessment support, documentation collection, status tracking, and employee/manager communications with emphasis on in person support to employees.
• Counsel employees on covered leave options and related benefit impacts (e.g., job protection, pay continuation, benefits continuation) and explain required steps in a clear, supportive, and compliant manner.
• Maintain accurate leave records, ensure confidentiality, and support timely updates in HRIS/leave tracking systems.
• Coordinate with third-party leave administrators (if applicable) to ensure accurate claim handling and consistent employee communications.

Absenteeism Management & Early Intervention

• Monitor patterns of absenteeism and attendance issues, identify root causes, and recommend interventions aligned with policy and applicable laws.
• Support leaders and HR business partners with consistent application of attendance policies and documentation standards.
• Develop and implement proactive outreach processes to engage employees exhibiting attendance risk, with a focus on support, resources, and compliance.

Data, Analytics & Reporting

• Partner with HR Analytics on the creation & maintenance of dashboards and recurring reports to track leave utilization, absenteeism rates, duration trends, call-off patterns, and departmental hot spots.
• Analyze trends and drivers (e.g., shift, job type, location, seasonality, tenure) and present findings to HR and operational leaders with actionable recommendations.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as time-to-case-open, timeliness of documentation, leave duration, return-to-work outcomes, and recurrence rates.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, data quality, and system configuration to enhance decision-making and compliance.

Employee Support & Community Resource Partnerships

• Partner with community agencies and internal stakeholders (e.g., EAP, benefits vendors, wellness, DEI, safety) to connect employees to wraparound services such as mental health support, caregiving resources, transportation, housing, food assistance, financial counseling, and other relevant programs.
• Maintain and curate a resource directory tailored to common employee needs and update referral pathways.
• Support employees in navigating resources while maintaining appropriate boundaries, confidentiality, and documentation requirements.

Recipe for Success - apply now if this sounds like you!

• I earned a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• I bring 1-3 years of experience in a Human Resources related profession
• I achieved a PHR and/or SPHR certification
• I utilized WorkDay Cloud, HCM, or related ATS platform
• I am proficient in Microsoft Office
• I possess updated knowledge of employment laws and practices
• I have experience in supervising

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Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:
$68,900.00 - $86,100.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)
Champaign Plant

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance.