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Franz Family Bakery was founded in 1906 in the Pacific Northwest and has become one of country’s most successful bakeries. We produce a variety of baked products, marketed under a wide range of premium labels, all made with quality ingredients and a superior baking process. We employ over 4,000 employees and distribute our products in Alaska, Idaho, California, Utah, Montana, Oregon, and Washington.

Take your career to the next level and join our exciting team. Franz offers employees excellent benefits including:

• Competitive Wages
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Generous Holiday and Vacation
• Comprehensive Healthcare
• Pension and Retirement funds
• Discount Franz Products

The HR Generalist will provide comprehensive HR support to designated business functions across the Portland Division. The HR Generalist plays a key role in the success of the organization by supporting recruitment, performance management, employee relations, employee engagement, workers compensation, leave of absence administration, HR policy guidance and interpretation while fostering business partnerships at all levels of the organization.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for consistent application of HR policies, company practices, procedures, and compliance with state and federal laws.
• Conducts recruitment and onboarding of qualified candidates while maintaining standards and compliance. Includes sourcing and managing candidate flow, scheduling and conducting phone screens, completing all pre-employment screenings such as background checks, drug screens, reference checks, and MVR requirements. Investigates and initiates partnerships with appropriate EEO/AAP outreach agencies.
• Coordinates and conducts all new hire orientations which includes I-9 compliance, E-Verify, policy acknowledgement, and training to set new employees up for success.
• Supports employees and management by providing guidance, discipline recommendations, and interpretation of policies and practices while utilizing active listening and empathy. Conducts investigations as applicable.
• Supports weekly payroll processes and timesheet entries which include leave of absence, workers compensation, and other absence related administration.
• Responds to a variety of information requests such as employment verifications and internal business reporting.
• Ensures accessibility and training for employees and managers for the HRIS system. Maintains accuracy with all people information within the HRIS system. Conducts reporting projects to maintain accuracy and preparation for external and internal audits.
• Partners with HR Team to recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to maintain efficient and effective services.
• Works with time-sensitive deadliness.
• Adherence to the Company’s Core Values.

Preferred Education/Experience

• College degree (preferably in Human Resources)
• 4 years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience.
• PHR preferred.
• Experience with UKG Pro is a plus.

Critical Skills and Expertise

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High degree of initiative, effective team player, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong conflict management skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to build trust and partnerships throughout the organization at all levels.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, confidentiality laws, OSHA safety laws and Employment laws
• Must maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Experience working with a unionized workforce is preferred.
• Manufacturing and/or distribution experience is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities at a time.
• Ability to travel on an as needed basis.