Human Resources Generalist Job at Bimbo Bakeries USA in Town of Oconomowoc

Overview

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread? A Thomas’ English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmann’s or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA!

More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.

Come join the largest baking company in the world and our family of 20,000 associates nationwide!

Top Reasons to Work at Bimbo Bakeries USA

• Salary Range: $76,300 - $80,000
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• 401k & Company Match

Position Summary

The Human Relations Generalist (HRG) is a Champion of People, Diversity and Inclusion. The HRG will support the bakery, bakery leadership, local leadership and hourly associates on three shifts. The HRG is responsible for the HR function providing best in class services that facilitate greater effectiveness throughout the bakery. HRG’s have strong labor relations, proven HRG skills that will engage the business. HRG’s have the ability to influence leadership and ability to link business objectives back to organizational effectiveness.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Travel is required. The HRG is responsible for the HR functions in multiple plants or locations.
• Act as Change Agent and Business Partner to Plant Managers. Own initiatives related to Human Relations for the plants.
• Administration: Assist in managing headcount, turnover, exit interviews, and HR invoice processing. Maintain current job descriptions as positions evolve with management regarding staffing and organizational needs.
• Associate Learning & Development: Conduct new associate orientation sessions and other HR related training programs such as DSDE, 2020 GB Leader, Diversity and Inclusion, Labor Relations and Respect in the Workplace. Facilitate new hire safety orientation training and additional training needs assessments as needed by the plants.
• Associate Programs: Administer the annual Benefits Open Enrollment Process, Safety Perception survey, Pulse quarterly survey, etc. Respond to associates HR inquiries in a timely manner.
• Associate Relations: Assist HR Manager with developing and implementing positive associate relations programs and administration of rewards & recognition.
• Centralized recruiting: Support recruiting for salaried and hourly positions managed through Centers of Excellence. Maintain and improve an onboarding program for new hires aligned with corporate and local requirements driving retention of top talent.
• Talent Acquisition: Create and manage a yearly hourly staffing plan. Manage the pipeline of key talent for BBU by managing open positions through full recruitment lifecycle for hourly and salaried positions. In the absence of the HR Manager, interview all salaried candidates. Ensure compliance management for recruitment files.
• Talent Management: Own and drive processes for associate profiles, goal setting, development plans, midyear reviews, annual goal evaluation and succession planning.
• HR/Organization Consulting: Live, engage in, and coach others on E4 Behaviors. Facilitate change management and organizational consulting. Maintain HR files and I-9s for compliance.
• Performance Management: Partner with people managers on staffing, performance, safety and attendance concerns. Coach salaried leaders and participate in hourly meetings. Lead annual merit and performance review processes.
• Policy Management: Administer and interpret company Policies and CBAs; support investigations, grievances and hearings as needed.
• Standard Leader Work: HR Business Partner supporting Manufacturing Transformation.
• Systems: Manage monthly HRIS audits and requisitions. Create and report HR metrics and identify trends with improvement recommendations.
• Assist and support all HR activities and other duties as needed. Partner effectively with direction; primarily as an individual contributor.

Education and Work History

• Bachelor Degree in business or related field preferred.
• 3+ years progressive HR generalist experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• A combination of education, training and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted.
• Labor Relations experience is highly desired.
• Demonstrated coachability and trainability for cross-training/development within the HR function.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with strong prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated multi-tasking and project management skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to be resourceful and demonstrate business acumen, creative thinking, and decision-making.

The physical and mental demands described in each job posting are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of each job.

Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.