Human Resources Generalist

Job Details Job Location: Corporate - Portland, OR 97217 Job Shift: Day Shift Human Resources Generalist $70,000–$80,000/year Maletis Beverage is looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join our HR team in-person at our Portland, Oregon office. Family-run for over 90 years, we're investing in HR like never before and this role comes with real ownership and the chance to shape where HR goes next. You'll play a dynamic, multifaceted part in shaping the employee experience across benefits, wellness, leaves, engagement, and compliance for our workforce across Oregon and Washington. If you're organized, people-focused, and enjoy building better ways of doing things, we want you on our team! What You'll Do: Employee Engagement & Experience Be an approachable, visible HR resource for employees across all our locations — including the warehouse floor and out in the trade Help run employee engagement, recognition, and wellness efforts Help plan and coordinate employee events and culture-building efforts Own our employee newsletter and other employee communications Partner with department leaders on retention and engagement initiatives Support employee education and training, and help grow our training & development program Benefits, Wellness & Leave Administration Serve as a go-to point of contact for employee benefits questions Support benefits administration and open enrollment, including employee education Administer and track leaves of absence (FMLA, OFLA, Oregon and Washington PFML, and ADA-related leave) Coordinate workers' compensation claims, partnering with carriers and third-party administrators Coordinate wellness program offerings and related employee communications Maintain accurate benefits and leave data in Paycom and partner with payroll on related changes HR Reporting & Compliance Help ensure compliance with federal, Oregon, and Washington employment laws, including wage & hour, meal and rest break rules, ADA, and leave laws Support recurring HR audits (I-9s, personnel files, PTO and leave tracking, break and scheduling compliance) Maintain accurate, compliant employee records and documentation Build and maintain HR reports and dashboards on leave tracking, headcount, turnover, and benefits Pull and analyze data from Paycom, identifying trends and process improvements HR Administration Provide day-to-day HR administrative support Assist with HR communications, documentation, and recordkeeping Contribute to building and improving HR processes as the function continues to grow Qualifications: 2–4 years of HR experience, including hands-on benefits and/or leave administration required Working knowledge of multi-state employment law (Oregon and Washington strongly preferred) Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel); experience with Paycom is a plus Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish) are highly encouraged to apply Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills Ability to handle confidential information with discretion Why Work for Maletis Beverage: Employee discounts on beverages and apparel Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Generous retirement plan: includes 401(k) + match, Roth 401(k) + match, plus profit-sharing About Maletis Beverage: Founded in 1935, Maletis Beverage is a fourth-generation, family-owned distributor based in Portland, Oregon, with an additional facility in Vancouver, Washington. We employ over 450 dedicated professionals who uphold our mission: "Leading the industry with quality products, teamwork, and customer satisfaction." Our diverse portfolio includes domestic, craft, and import beers, as well as a world-renowned selection of ciders, wines, champagnes, sake, and non-alcoholic beverages. We proudly serve communities across the Pacific Northwest, building strong, lasting relationships with our customers, suppliers, and communities. About Our HR Team: You can find us chatting about anything from sports to astrology, the outdoors, or where to get the best food in Portland. We work hard and care a lot about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Employee experience matters to us, and we like having a real say in shaping it. We also just like working for a local, family-run business. If that sounds like your people, we'd love to hear from you. Interview Process: We'll be beginning interviews the week of August 17th. #J-18808-Ljbffr