Human Resources Generalist

Overview

A Chicago based food manufacturing firm is currently seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join their Human Resources and Payroll teams in Chicago. Alpha Baking Company, Inc. maintains six manufacturing facilities across four states, distributing fresh baked goods throughout the Midwest, and nationally via frozen foodservice partners.

Position Summary

The HR Generalist position reports to the Senior Director of Human Resources, and is responsible for regional human resources duties.

• Responsible for resolving employee relations issues and conducting effective, thorough and objective investigations. Works closely with management to determine appropriate resolutions and outcomes.
• Works with management to successfully resolve matters involving policy interpretation, discipline, performance assessment and terminations.
• Administers and interprets labor agreements and grievance procedures.
• Assists with administration of the company's benefits programs including delivery and communication of benefit plans via New Hire Onboarding and Open Enrollment.
• Oversees the administration of the leave of absence programs.
• Handles employee exit interviews.
• Assists in the development and implementation of new programs, plans, policies, and procedures.
• Responsible for coordinating recruitment of exempt and non-exempt positions with Recruiting Coordinator and hiring managers.
• Creates and recommends new approaches, programs and policies that positively affect selection and retention of high performance teams.
• Develops strong partnerships with all levels of the organization and maintains and models positive rapport with employees and management.
• Assists with development of a database of job descriptions and role profiles.
• Assists with execution of the annual performance reviews.