Generalist Human Resources

Generalist Human Resources

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow. At Nestl USA, we're all working towards the same goal to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity and responsibility to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives. Joining Nestl means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Position Summary As an HR Generalist, you will serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leaders, helping to create an engaging, inclusive, and high-performing workplace. In this role, you will partner with site leadership to execute key people strategies that support business priorities, employee development, workforce planning, talent acquisition, and organizational effectiveness. You will provide broad Human Resources support across multiple disciplines, including employee and labor relations, talent acquisition, performance management, workforce planning, compliance, and employee development. This position plays a critical role in fostering a positive employee experience while ensuring alignment with company values, employment regulations, and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Partnership Partner with leaders to support the execution of people strategies that attract, develop, engage, and retain top talent. Support workforce planning, succession planning, talent development, organizational design, and change management initiatives. Promote a culture of inclusion, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Analyze and interpret people-related data to identify trends and provide actionable recommendations. Lead and support special projects aligned with business and HR priorities. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning Manage full-cycle recruitment for salaried and hourly positions, ensuring alignment with site staffing strategies and business needs. Partner with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition teams on recruiting strategies, candidate selection, onboarding, and retention efforts. Support diversity recruitment initiatives and talent pipeline development activities. Ensure a positive candidate and onboarding experience for new employees. Performance & Talent Management Support performance management, talent review, and succession planning processes. Coach and guide managers on goal setting, development planning, performance improvement, and talent development strategies. Partner with leaders to build organizational capability and strengthen leadership effectiveness. Utilize talent management tools and systems to support employee growth and business performance. Employee & Labor Relations Build strong relationships with employees and leaders to foster open communication and a positive work environment. Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, organizational policies, and workplace concerns. Conduct investigations, document findings, and recommend appropriate actions when necessary. Coach leaders on employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance management practices. Support initiatives that enhance employee engagement, retention, and organizational culture. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies. Support Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Affirmative Action (AA), OFCCP, and other regulatory requirements. Participate in audits, investigations, and reporting activities related to employment practices. Support people-related safety initiatives and contribute to a culture focused on employee well-being.

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Communication, Industrial Psychology, or a related field preferred, or 4+ years professional experience in lieu of education. Minimum of 2 years of professional Human Resources experience in a manufacturing, distribution, sales, or direct store delivery environment preferred. Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including EEO, ADA, FMLA, Workers' Compensation, and related regulations. Experience supporting employee relations, recruiting, compensation, benefits, and talent management initiatives preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS platforms such as SAP, PeopleSoft, or similar systems. Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and confidentiality. Ability to travel up to 10%. The approximate pay range for this position is $70,000-$85,000 base plus annual bonus. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position. Nestl offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestl Careers (nestlejobs.com). It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home. The Nestl Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: View phone number on click.appcast.io. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at Job Requisition: 410986 Cleveland, OH, US, 44113