What are the responsibilities and job description for the People Operations Generalist/ HR Generalist position at Roskam Foods?
Roskam Foods
Position Title: People Operations Generalist
Reports to: People Operations Manager
Position Description and Purpose: Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world-renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products. We’re a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose-driven leadership to generate value for all. And we’re on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Discovers continuous improvement opportunities and takes the initiative to drive incremental change in HR processes and systems. Acts as a change agent.
- Ensures employees at all levels are treated fairly in compliance with company, state and federal policies, regulations, and laws.
- Partners with leaders and HR management regarding compliance with all applicable state and federal employment regulations, Human Resources policies, and best practices.
- Supports leaders to achieve business unit and department goals.
- Partners with other members of the HR Team and Centers of Excellence teams as needed.
- Project team member and implementor for HR initiatives.
- Spends significant time in the production areas offering hands on support.
- Partners with plant safety team to enforce safe policy and procedures.
- Executes human resource programs including but not limited to disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
- Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
- Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required and Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field experience required.
- At least one year of human resources and employee relations experience preferred.
- Experience in a union environment strongly preferred. Previous manufacturing HR experience preferred.
- Experience handling highly confidential and sensitive information.
- Ability to interact with all levels of employees and be perceived as an approachable and knowledgeable resource.
- Bi-lingual preferred.
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.
Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, and a 401K plan with company match.
AAP/EEO Statement: Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran friendly and equal opportunity employer.
