What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Plant HR Generalist position at Scoular?
About The Role
Petsource is seeking an experienced Senior HR Generalist to be the lead onsite HR partner, supporting our plant operations. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of human resources within the plant, including employee relations, talent acquisition, compliance, and training. This role requires a strong understanding of HR practices in a manufacturing environment. The person in this position reports to a Director of HR, based in Omaha, and will have HR COE teams to partner with, in addition to two onsite HR team members.
Employee Relations:
- Serve as the primary HR contact for plant employees, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employment laws.
- Address employee concerns and resolve conflicts in a fair and consistent manner.
- Foster a positive workplace culture, promoting engagement and collaboration.
- Talent Acquisition and Management:
- Lead the recruitment and selection process for plant positions, ensuring a diverse and qualified candidate pool.
- Conduct onboarding for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the company.
- Partner with plant leadership to identify staffing needs and develop workforce plans.
Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as company policies.
- Manage HR records and documentation, including employee files, attendance, and performance management.
- Conduct investigations as necessary, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
- Training and Development:
- Identify training needs and coordinate training programs for plant employees.
- Support leadership development initiatives within the plant.
- Ensure bilingual training materials are available and accessible to all employees.
HR Metrics and Reporting:
- Track and report key HR metrics, such as turnover, absenteeism, and employee satisfaction.
- Use data to identify trends and recommend improvements to HR practices.
- HR Projects:
- Participate in and lead HR projects that support the overall goals of the plant and the company.
- Collaborate with corporate HR on company-wide initiatives.
About You:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field highly desired
- Minimum of 5 years of HR experience
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite
- The candidate must be comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced setting, and comfortable walking the facility regularly throughout the day
Preferred Experiences:
- HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus
- 2 years in a manufacturing or plant environment desired
- Spanish Bilingual
We encourage all candidates who are enthusiastic about his opportunity and believe they can contribute to our team’s success to apply, regardless of whether you meet every qualification.
Our Company
Petsource by Scoular™ is an indirect, wholly owned, independently operated subsidiary of Scoular. Petsource provides recipe development, raw meat processing, freeze-drying, and packaging solutions for pet food manufacturers. Petsource is among the first in the country to bring these steps together under one roof, positioning itself as a turnkey contract manufacturer and go-to source for high-protein, freeze-dried ingredients. With a $75 million expansion recently completed, we are growing our team of experts. Join a team dedicated to career advancement and a culture that makes you excited to come to work each day.
We are committed to building a culture of real inclusion for all employees. We support customers and communities around the globe and believe our workforce should reflect that diversity. Scoular Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) connect, support, and empower our people. Learn more about diversity and inclusion commitments here.
Our Benefits
- We offer competitive health plans that begin on the employee's first day -- there's no waiting period so you can be your best from the very beginning
- On top of your competitive base pay, you'll have an incentive opportunity, 401k safe harbor and additional company match
- Your hard work and dedication deserve a break. In addition to our 12 paid holidays, you'll receive vacation, sick and wellbeing time off
- We give you the opportunity to revolutionize your community. With 8 hours of paid volunteer time every year. We encourage team members to give back and make a social impact
- This position is eligible for annual incentive opportunities based on business and individual performance.
