HR Generalist

Miracapo Pizza Company is the leading North American manufacturer of specialty frozen pizzas for some of the world’s largest retail, foodservice and consumer branded companies. For over 30 years we have specialized in contract manufacturing, private label, and brand development.

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Human Resources Generalist to join our team. To assist and support the Human Resources department in developing and executing personnel procedures and policies, and provide guidance for all MPC employees, through participation and lead in various HR areas. Assist in administrating benefits workers compensation, and employee performance programs. This role is essential in supporting various HR functions and ensuring that our organization operates smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring to complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Setting up interviews and interviewing applicants for hourly positions
• Completing background check, drug screening, reference check & employment verification
• Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Prepare badges for new employees and as requested.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
• Counsel managers/supervisors by interpreting company policies to assist both employees and managers in resolving problems
• Coordinate with supervisors and health care providers about injured employees’ clinic appointments, restrictions, and return to work.
• Participate in the Safety Program through: Identifying and resolving safety issues
• Review and process the benefits of new enrollments and request changes for all benefits (health insurance, non-health insurance programs, and 401K).
• Maintain correct ADP HRIS systems for employee payroll, compensation, benefits management, may complete translation of HR documents to Spanish.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Manage employee onboarding processes, including orientation and training development.
• Facilitate conflict management and resolution among employees to maintain a harmonious work environment.
• Administer workers' compensation claims and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Provide guidance on HR policies and procedures to employees and management.

Requirements

• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Communication to help employees understand the rules and expectations.
• Organization to keep extensive records of employees and candidates
• Problem-solving to help drive progress and innovation and increase employee retention.
• Ethics and integrity to maintain high standards within the HR department.
• Effectively copes with change and able to give and receive feedback
• Drives continuous improvement and able to motivate others
• Committed to organizational success and takes ownership for results
• Effective oral and written communications across functions in English and Spanish
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Human Resources experience.
• 2-3 years of HR Generalist experience in manufacturing environment
• Good administrative and computer skills required in Microsoft programs.
• Excellent communication skills English and Spanish (oral and written) required.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain sensitivity and confidentiality required.
• Ability to function independently along with ability to multi-task is required.
• Maintain a professional demeanor while handling multiple priorities.
• Ability to use available resources to keep current on HR issues and trends

Join our team as a Human Resources Generalist where you can make a significant impact on our workforce while developing your career in human resources!

As an equal opportunity employer, Miracapo Pizza Company recruits, hires and promotes the most qualified individual, without regard to race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, marital status or sexual orientation. All employment decisions are administered in a non-discriminatory manner and consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Gurnee, IL 60031 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Gurnee, IL 60031: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000