HR Generalist
Job Purpose
The Human Resource Generalist supports the organization by administering human resources programs or policies. This includes supporting the hiring, interviewing, orientation, onboarding programs, enforcing company policies and employee relations with primary focus of employee retention and engagement, and processing the weekly payroll.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
• Plant Payroll – Manage weekly payroll, ensure all hours are correct in payroll pre-check including PTO, Bonus, LOA, etc. full payroll process for location.
• Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and ensures accuracy of work in all HR processes and documentation.
• Applies extensive experience and knowledge of FMLA, including eligibility, documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Manages short-term and long-term disability cases with precision, ensuring timely communication and coordination with employees and providers.
• Experience with guidance on employee benefits, including enrollment, changes, and issue resolution, while maintaining confidentiality and compliance.
• Employee engagement - Maintain ongoing relationships with employees as a resource on company policies and procedures. Support management in conducting disputes and investigations, performance review discussions, disciplinary issues and other tasks required of HR. coordinate orientation of new hires if the site does not have an HR Ambassador role.
• HR Administration - Performs administrative tasks of the department, ensure all employee records are complete and maintained properly. Upload documents into HRIS system and/or files. Ensure compliance with legal on retention and privacy of documentation such as I-9’s.
• Communicate and comply with Blommer established policies and procedures, including corporate guidelines on business ethics
• Staffing - Facilitate the hiring process including interviewing, extending the employment offer collaborating with department managers on work schedule, passing information over to the HR Ambassador who will coordinate the onboarding of the new hire.
• Operate within the Blommer core values of respect and care for others
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and recommendations. Make recommendations to corporate on policy and practices changes to maintain compliance.
Note: The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position
Physical Requirements
• General office environment with majority of time using computer; prolonged periods of sitting
• Regular exposure to the Plant Floor, including exposure to noise, dust and variation in temperature (hot/cold)
Safety, Quality And Hygiene Requirements
• Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures and code of conduct
• Comply with workplace uniform requirements and safety gear, when on the plant floor v. office
Performance Expectations
• Administer established policies and procedures relating to employees
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations applicable to location and employees
• Convey a positive attitude and a sense of curiosity in learning new roles and responsibilities
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Skills And Work Experience Requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, establish and build trusting relationships
• Managerial and organizational skills are essential
• Time management and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Expected to identify, communicate/escalate, and problem-solve as issues arise
• 2+ years of experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office suite
• Experience with HRIS helpful
Education
• Bachelor’s or Associates degree or equivalent experience in business or related field preferred
Career Progression
• Employees are encouraged to express interest in internal career opportunities throughout Blommer
• Expectations for promotion or job role change are driven by proficiency and performance in current role
• Career progression would align to human resource roles and leadership
Benefits: Blommer understands that our employees are our biggest assets. With this in mind we offer a generous benefits package.
• Health, Dental & Vision- eligibility begins day 1 of hire!
• 401(K)
• Pet insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 10 pounds of free chocolate for your birthday
Blommer Chocolate Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Note to External Recruiters / Search Firms : Blommer Chocolate Company does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Any unsolicited resumes received will not be considered as a valid submission.
Food Production
Human Resources
Full-time