HR Generalist

At Russell Stover, not only do we love chocolate, but we love our jobs! Every day we go to work exhibiting our values of excellence, innovation, entrepreneurship, responsibility, and collaboration. Working at Russell Stover you’ll be part of the leading manufacturer of boxed, seasonal, and sugar‑free chocolates. For over 100 years, Russell Stover Chocolates, Whitman’s, and Pangburn’s have been crafted with the finest ingredients to bring happiness to generations. Today, we produce over 55 million pounds of chocolate annually, and our legacy brands can be found in 13 company‑owned stores and over 9,000 wholesale accounts. Join our team and let’s continue making chocolate lovers happy! A day in the life… As the Human Resources Generalist, you will provide comprehensive support across all core HR functions, including employee relations, employee onboarding, performance management, Talent Acquisition, and employee engagement. This onsite role requires you to be self‑motivated, organized, and professional with strong interpersonal skills to build relationships across all levels of the organization. You will collaborate with Leadership and the HR Manager to execute HR strategies, support company culture initiatives, and lead or participate in HR projects and community events. What you will be doing… Sourcing, interviewing, and coordinating interviews in alignment with workforce planning needs. Overseeing onboarding and orientation to ensure smooth integration of new hires. Providing guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employment law compliance. Addressing employee relations issues, including investigations and conflict resolution, to maintain a positive work environment in a timely manner. Supporting employee engagement through culture‑building initiatives, surveys, and feedback analysis. Analyzing HR metrics and trends to support data‑driven decision‑making. Contribute to the development and execution of HR strategies, programs, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborating with leadership on HR projects and support consistent communication across all levels of the organization. Provide training on policies and procedures and assist with training compliance. Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure product quality and maintain compliance with food safety standards. Complete and follow FSQA training and programs to comply with regulatory requirements, ensure consumer safety, and support the plant’s food safety and quality objectives. Promptly report and take appropriate action on any observed or potential food safety hazards, process deviations, or non‑conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor, in accordance with your role and responsibilities. Actively contributes to the continuous improvement of the company’s Food Safety Culture through engagement and actions aligned with your role. This job posting is not all inclusive and other duties may be assigned. Do you have what it takes? (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience. 3+ years of Professional HR experience. Solid understanding of HR principles, practices, and employment laws. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Ability to be onsite 5 days a week 8am‑5pm Monday‑Friday. Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without an accommodation. Do you stand above the rest? (Preferred Qualifications) Professional HR certification (SHRM‑CP, SCP, or PHR). Experience working with HRIS systems (Workday). Demonstrated experience in employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance management. Experience working in a manufacturing or distribution center environment. Highly motivated self‑starter with a strong work ethic and attention to detail. Bilingual (English and Spanish). Experience Life at Russell Stover Plants! Safety First : Your well‑being is our top priority, and we’ve got you covered with protective gear. On day one, you’ll dive into Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training, and we’ll keep you on your toes with daily safety tips to ensure you’re always in the know! Surroundings : Get ready to work alongside a variety of equipment like automated packing machines, forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and those irresistible chocolate candy banks/steels – it’s a dynamic environment where every day brings something new! Active & Engaging Work : Whether you’re on your feet for extended periods, moving around, climbing ladders, or lifting up to 50 lbs, there’s never a dull moment. This is a place where you’ll stay on the move! Comfortable Climate : In most roles, you will be comfortable year‑round with our climate‑controlled environment. Appealing Smells : The air is filled with sweet aromas of chocolate, and by the time your shift ends, you might just leave smelling like chocolate! Dress to Impress (Food Safety Style) : A simple yet important dress code ensures safety and hygiene, following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to keep everything running smoothly. Allergens : You will be exposed to a variety of ingredients that may be considered food allergens. At Russell Stover Chocolates, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Russell Stover Chocolates is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Employment by Russell Stover Chocolates is contingent upon I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification, and satisfactory reference and background checks. Make Happy. Work Happy. #J-18808-Ljbffr