Field HR Generalist (Employee Relations)

Medical with available FSA/HSA, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Critical Illness, and Accident.

Paid time off: Sick, Vacation, Holidays, Floating Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty Leave, Volunteer Hours.

Bonuses: Employee Recognition Awards, Employee Referral Bonus Program, Profit Sharing Bonus, Bonus Program (salaried positions only).

Other: 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Tuition Assistance Program.

For all operating units in the HR geographic zone which includes the state of California, conduct on-site investigations, on-site separation/termination meetings, complete HR audits ensuring compliance, conduct training, and interface with employees, managers, and executives, and respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs, by performing the following duties.

Maintains knowledge of all company policies and procedures and state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations.

Conducts prompt and thorough investigations in response to concerns including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, bullying, wage and hour issues, workplace violence or safety issues, privacy concerns, conflicts of interest, misconduct, and other violations of rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Drafts investigative reports with objective, impartial findings and supporting documentation in a timely fashion, addressing all relevant issues.

Partners with Corporate Human Resources to review complex laws, regulations, and other employment legislation to ensure Company compliance.

Conducts on-site separation/termination meetings.

Completes audits for employment law posters, Workplace Violence Prevention Programs, and other HR related programs.

Produces responses to charges and claims filed with state labor departments.

Completes management training on various HR related topics such as: interviewing, hiring, terminations, promotions, performance review, safety, and sexual harassment.

Advises management in appropriate resolution of employee and union relations issues.

Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate an understanding of human resources principles and practices, with special emphasis on employment law compliance.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant HR or employment law experience, such as conducting and managing investigations or litigating employment law, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required.

Experience in the complete investigative cycle including intake, investigation, and documentation, analyzing and summarizing findings, and providing high-quality investigative reports with clear and concise findings, substantiated with appropriate evidence, notes, and related documentation.

Language Ability:

Fluency in English and Spanish language required.

Willingness and ability to travel frequently to company locations in the HR geographic zone.

Able to conduct investigations on any shift.

Critical thinking skills needed to analyze often complex scenarios and data without prejudice and make sound judgments and decisions.

Able to manage confidential data and remain compliant with laws and regulations.

Solid understanding and knowledge of Microsoft Office products including but not limited to Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The following elements of the work environment are subject to change and vary depending on location: noise level may vary and may occasionally be loud, temperatures may be either hot or cold, humid or dry, close proximity to others may sometimes be required, and exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals may occur on occasion.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law.