Sr. HR Generalist

Job SummaryThe Senior Human Resource Generalist isresponsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with management providing support in various human resource functions, including recruiting, onboarding, staffing, data analysis, benefits administration, and investigations.Essential Job FunctionsThe essential duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:Provide prompt, professional, and courteous customer service to employees and management, answering questions, handing out forms and assisting in finding information.Ability to work independently with little supervision and remain on task.Manage the recruitment and selection process. Perform background checks required by the company. Organize and manage new employee orientation, on-boarding, and training programs.Conduct and assist with employment verifications, Unemployment paperwork and other employment verification requests.Handling complaints and disciplinary procedures for the company.Assist with Payroll processing and Benefits administration.Maintains changes in benefit plans and organizes employee benefit data. Explain and provide information on employee benefits, programs, and education. May also advise on benefit needs or evaluate benefit contract bids.Answer employee questions and addresses employee concerns with company; including employee safety, welfare, wellness and health.Checking timesheets for accuracy, make adjustments in pay for raises and bonuses, handling direct deposit requests and data and entering data into databases and spreadsheets.Update job requirements when needed.Represent employer in community and recruiting events.Provided bilingual interpretation in Spanish and English.Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with legal codes and regulations.Report any Animal Welfare related issues to management immediately.Report any Food Safety related issues to management immediately.Report any damage to company equipment to management immediately.Maintain regular and punctual attendance as scheduled.Comply with all company policies and procedures.Completes other duties as assigned.Education and Experience RequirementsThe minimum required qualifications for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:BS/BA degree in Human Resources or Business Administration preferred.5 years experience in employee relations, Payroll processing and Benefits administrationProven knowledge of benefits, payroll and employment legislation and regulationsStrong Microsoft Office skills required including Excel and OutlookStrong verbal and written communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization.Bilingual Required.Maintains confidential work environment.Ability to work independently.High level of confidentiality and privacyMust be self-motivated.Physical DemandsThe physical requirements/environmental factors for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.Ability to repeat the same movements.Must be able to see details of objects that are less than a few feet away.Ability to speak clearly for listeners to understand.DISCLAIMERThis is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.I have read this job description (or had it read to me) and I fully understand all of my job duties and responsibilities as set forth herein. I am able to perform the duties and responsibilities as outlined, with or without reasonable accommodation. I understand that my job duties and responsibilities may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of my location or department and if so, I will be required to perform such additional duties and responsibilities. If I have any questions about job duties not specified on this description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the HR staff.