HARIBO of America’s brand-new manufacturing plant is adding a Human Resources Generalist to our Human Resources team; located on-site in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. Reporting to the Director of HR, the HR Generalist position will be responsible for a full range of generalist Human Resources functions including but not limited to employee relations, engagement and retention, coaching and providing guidance to supervisors and managers, performance reviews, assisting with recruitment and interviewing, conducting investigations and interactive discussions, conflict avoidance and resolution, facilitating problem solving, HR Communications, and special projects. The original and iconic HARIBO Goldbears, created in 1922, have delighted kids and grown-ups for 100 years!

The overall responsibility of the HR Generalist is to assist the HR Director in development and flawless execution of the People Plan, supporting all areas of HR and our People Centric culture. Primary areas of focus will be with Manufacturing Associates, Front-Line Supervisors, Individual Contributors, and our administrative salaried non-exempt staff. The ideal Human Resources Generalist will have a Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of experience working in human resources, preferably in a manufacturing setting.

Our associates are our most valuable asset. At HARIBO of America we are committed to a comprehensive benefit program that helps our employee stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a positive work life balance. We provide fully paid health insurance premiums and generous HSA contribution, 10 paid Holiday plus Paid Time Off/PTO, competitive 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. Additionally, we offer community involvement opportunities and career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop relationships with Associates at all levels throughout the manufacturing plant, ensuring they have an advocate to help them with any questions or concerns they may have that is affecting their employment relationship
• Conducts confidential internal investigations, documentation of investigations, and presenting findings and recommendations
• Support, and at times lead, various Associate engagement events
• Serve as the point of contact for their assigned area for advice, guidance, problem resolution, performance management, policy adherence, disciplinary action, and facilitation and coaching of leaders to promote conflict avoidance, people development, and issue resolution
• Participate in Job Fairs, Interest Fairs, and hiring events and other external activities that support the execution of recruitment and hiring strategies
• Support and participate in new hire orientations and onboarding
• Partner with other HR Generalists, Training Manager, Total Rewards, and members of the human resources team

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience of progressive Human Resources experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, related degree, or equivalent work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Human Resources experience within a manufacturing setting is strongly preferred
• Understanding and knowledge of current employment laws and practices including EEO, AA, FMLA, ADA and other applicable Federal, State, and Local regulations
• Ability to be organized, flexible, adaptable, and multi-task in fast-paced growing organization
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication, decision making and judgement skills
• Proven ability to work and communicate with all levels of the organization

The Happy World of HARIBO is more than a business; we’re family. We always have been, since our founding in 1920. For the last 100 years, while we’ve expanded internationally and created over 1,000 confectionery treats, we’ve known our talented Associates are behind our greatest successes. That’s why we’re committed to investing in their growth, development and career opportunities.

At HARIBO, you’re empowered to charter your own path with mentoring and support from colleagues throughout the business. We encourage you to try new things, think of possibilities and aim higher – all while having fun delivering moments of childlike happiness to our gummi fans in the U.S.

Our core values and focus on long-term success continue to guide the way we do business every day. Our success story is rooted in our teams, and giving them the autonomy, support and freedom to make the best decisions for our consumers, customers and each other.

We give back to the places where we live and work. We listen to our consumers and get excited about innovation. We encourage diverse schools of thought and nurture inclusivity. We work to inspire joy through sweet treats that are fun to share. Want to know more about us? Please visit Haribo.com.

We’d love to hear more about you.

What can you expect?

You will be part of a successful family-run company with core values that is growing internationally faster than ever before. We nurture long-term associate relationships, work-life blend, rich learning environment, and a tangible impact in the company's success.

ABOUT YOU:

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact with your work? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you a people-person with a passion for human resources? Does working in manufacturing environment excite you? If the answer is yes, then this is the job for you! Working at HARIBO inspires childlike happiness through the impactful work, dedication, and passion for our brand. Come join our team, where our associates are our greatest asset!

HARIBO of America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment at HARIBO of America, Inc. is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, including protected veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. HARIBO also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also HARIBO’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

HARIBO is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please contact the location for which you are applying and ask to speak with the human resources representative or email careers-us@Haribo.com.