Employee Liaison (Bilingual) - Live Production-CO Willmar, MN - Jennie-O

Employee Liaison (Bilingual)–Live Production – CO Willmar

Full Time – Hourly

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $17.44 - $24.41 per hour, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States
• Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated Bilingual Employee Liaison to join our team. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both Spanish and English and will play a crucial role in bridging communication between our Spanish-speaking employees and the management team. This position involves providing support, addressing concerns, and promoting a positive work environment for all live production employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Spanish-speaking employees, addressing their questions, concerns, and needs.
• Facilitate effective communication between employees and management, ensuring that language barriers do not hinder understanding or productivity.
• Assist in the development and implementation of employee engagement programs and initiatives.
• Conduct regular check-ins with employees to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide translation services for company documents, meetings, and training sessions as needed.
• Support HR in resolving employee relations issues and conflicts in a fair and timely manner.
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture by organizing and conducting new hire orientation activities.
• Maintain accurate records of employee interactions and follow up on outstanding issues.

Minimum Requirements:

• Fluency in both Spanish and English (written and spoken) is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• A proactive and empathetic approach to employee support.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel (day travel) within live production areas in MN/WI.
Must meet all Live Production Biosecurity requirements.

Preferred Requirements:

• Previous experience in an employee relations or HR role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR software.

What you will receive:

• Competitive pay with pay increases
• You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your role
• Extraordinary benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage. Eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment!
• Life & disability insurance, PTO, paid holidays, 401K, pension, stock purchase plan.
• Continuing education and FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees and much more.
• Advancement opportunities
• Employment with a solid employer – People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available.

Jennie-O Turkey Store is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

At Jennie-O Turkey Store we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/