Perform human resource related duties in the following functional areas: benefits and leave of absence administration, employee relations, workers’ compensation, training and development, policy implementation, employment law compliance, and staffing/recruiting. Essential Functions • Administer various human resource plans and procedures for plant personnel; assist in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures • Respond to employee relations issues, e.g., employee complaints, and escalate to HR Manager as needed; assist in guiding and coaching managers during the employee disciplinary process • Monitor employee eligibility for benefit plans; review benefits with employees; process benefits enrollment, cancellation, or changes; manage open enrollment communication and election process; verify benefit billing accuracy and processes for payment • Manage leave of absence process and return to work of FMLA, STD, and LTD claims and workers’ compensation including necessary communication with the employee and management team • Provide assistance with workers’ compensation process including entering claims, following up with employees, requesting and reviewing medical documentation as needed • Coordinate/conduct new hire orientation • Administer data entry in Alchemy, lead compliance training, and develop reports as needed • Assist in creating and facilitating training and development opportunities for workforce • Coordinate and maintain employee recognition program • Conduct stay and exit interviews to drive improvements within the organization • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations including unemployment claims and EEO-1 reporting • Maintain human resource information system records through entering new hires, status changes, and terminations; compile employee reports as needed; maintain employee filing system • Provide assistance as needed for recruitment and onboarding activities • Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures • Perform other job-related duties as assigned Qualifications (Education/Experience) • Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field or equivalent education, training, and experience • 2-4 years of experience in a human resource role • CP/PHR certification preferred or ability to obtain certification within 12 months • Experience with a fast-growing manufacturing company preferred • Knowledge of federal and state regulations pertaining to employment • Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills; experience with HRIS, preferably ADP • Strong communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the Company • Ability to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information • Ability to work closely with other departments to advise and resolve issues as needed • Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task, manage changing priorities, and work well under pressure • Cultural competency; experience/ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audience • Ability to work a flexible schedule including various shifts as needed