Human Resources Generalist

Whodoesn’tlove doughnuts, right?!TDP Bakery brings fresh, indulgent bakery products to places where they normallyaren’tfound—because fresh, neverfrozen,bakery is simply better. Through ourBake Face™ brand and private-label partnerships, we supply a broad portfolio of Honestly Fresh™ baked goods to retailers nationwide. We are hiring an HR Generalist who enjoys being hands‑on and making HR processes work better for employees and leaders alike. In this role, you will play a key part in employee experience, benefits administration, and workers’ compensation while supporting our teams across our distribution and bakery locations. You will have the opportunity to be a trusted resource for employees providing generalist support for everyday HR needs. If you like variety, problem‑solving, and meaningful impact, this role offers room to grow and contribute right away. Key Responsibilities Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies, ensuring clear communication and compliance. Lead employee benefit enrollment processes, including new hire eligibility, annual open enrollment, and life‑event changes, ensuring a seamless employee experience. Audit benefit reports monthly to ensure alignment between payroll deductions, carrier invoices, and eligibility data; resolve discrepancies with urgency. Prepare and audit ACA reporting (1094‑C and 1095‑C) and support compliance requirements. Manage Distribution pre‑hire processes and driver onboarding, ensuring compliance with hiring, MVR, and documentation requirements across locations. Provide guidance and support to employees and management on HR policies, procedures, and conflict resolution. Serve as the HR contact for workers’ compensation administration in partnership with the Safety and Risk Manager, supporting transition2work programs and the return-to-work process. Make recommendations for process improvement and accurate workflow; create and update process documentation. Review and maintain vacation and sick accrual balances for both non-exempt and exempt employees, researching, and correcting discrepancies. Required Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably within distribution, manufacturing, or multi‑site environments. Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on experience in benefits administration, including audits and compliance reporting. Strong working knowledge of benefits requirements, including ERISA and compliance requirements, and practical knowledge of industry standards and best practices. Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations. Experience partnering with payroll teams and reconciling benefit-related payroll deductions. Ability to build effective working relationships by demonstrated competence in customer service and cross-functional collaboration. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications High School Diploma required, Associate’s degree strongly preferred. Experience with Human Resource Information Systems required; ADP Workforce Now preferred. Professional HR certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP strongly preferred. Familiarity with manufacturing safety standards and OSHA compliance preferred. TDP Bakery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability, or any other category protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr