Job Type
Full-time
Description
Nieco, a division of Middleby Corporation, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of automatic broilers. Since 1969, we have delivered over 60,000 broilers worldwide, serving some of the largest fast-food chains, sports arenas, amusement parks, and independent restaurants globally. As a premier manufacturer in the restaurant equipment industry, we take pride in our commitment to quality, innovation, and a collaborative work culture.
Job Summary:
The HR Generalist will play a key role in supporting Nieco's workforce by administering day-to-day human resources functions, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and fostering a positive and productive work environment. This role is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys being hands-on, supporting both employees and leadership, and contributing to HR projects that align with business goals.
Requirements
- Payroll & HRIS Support: Partner with payroll and HRIS functions to ensure accuracy of data entry, reporting, and employee records.
- Employee Relations: Act as a first point of contact for employee inquiries, concerns, and workplace issues, escalating as necessary.
- Recruitment & Onboarding: Assist with job postings, candidate screening, interviews, offers, and new hire onboarding.
- HR Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including maintaining accurate employee files and documentation.
- Benefits Administration: Support open enrollment, benefits questions, leave of absence tracking, and wellness initiatives.
- Performance & Development: Assist with performance review cycles, training coordination, and employee engagement activities.
- Policies & Procedures: Support the development, communication, and enforcement of company policies and procedures.
- HR Projects: Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and special HR projects as assigned.
- Strong knowledge of California employment law and HR best practices.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust at all levels of the organization.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 2-4 years of HR experience in a generalist capacity, preferably in manufacturing or production environments.
Salary Description
$75,000 - $90,000