What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resource Generalist position at Calyx Containers?
Human Resource Generalist
Position Overview:
Calyx Containers is looking for a motivated and talented HR Generalist to join our growing team. Your primary responsibility is to support the Calyx Team with effective recruiting, compensation and benefits strategies designed to attract and retain a diverse pool of qualified and capable talent for the organization. In addition, this role provides general administrative support to the human resources department. The primary duties of this position consist of recruiting and onboarding, creating and maintaining employee files, general human resources administration, and projects as assigned. This is a part-time role estimated between 20-25 hours per week.
The position is ideal for someone who is outgoing, detail-oriented, and interested in evolving an already special company culture. We are looking for someone who is passionate about positioning Calyx as a preferred employer who attracts and retains top talent.
Our co-founders first started this as a packaging design company (well, really started as a stuffed animal bong bag company…) and moved to UT to construct one of the most advanced digital printing innovation centers in the country. We recently launched a new cultivation technology called Calyx Cure that is already taking the industry by storm - and we need help building our amazing team from here!
This position is required to be in-person at the Calyx Spaceship (our manufacturing facility & HQ) in Salt Lake City, UT.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist owners with recruiting lifecycle, including sourcing candidates, interviews, and ongoing candidate communication
- Process all new hire paperwork (i.e. E-verify processing; I-9 record keeping; processing background checks; filing all documents/personnel files)
- Collaborate with department managers to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies.
- Create and lead employee recognition programs and/or team events.
- Manage company payroll and associated tax compliance obligations.
- Assist with HRIS documentation/updates.
- Ensure HR data is accurate and perform regular audits to identify and correct any data discrepancies.
- Assist with maintaining and updating HR-related documentation.
- Produce and present reports on HR metrics/KPIs.
- Manage facilities purchasing and stocking levels.
- Oversee IT hardware issuance and storage.
- Other tasks and projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in human resources preferred
- 3-5 years of human resources generalist experience
- HR certification a plus
- Excellent communication skills (both written and oral), interpersonal skills, ability to maintain confidentiality and analytical/problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage projects and daily functions with discretion and minimal supervision
- This position requires strong attention to detail and organization skills
- Proficient knowledge of Google Suite, Microsoft Office, HRIS and ATS platforms
Have some of the above skills or qualifications but not others? Tell us where you’re lacking and why you think you’d still be a great fit.
About Calyx Containers:
Calyx Containers, a U.S.-based manufacturer, specializes in child-resistant cannabis packaging and labeling solutions across both rigid and flexible formats. With a focus on product preservation, compliance, and brand aesthetics; Calyx delivers high-quality, customizable packaging solutions made to enhance freshness and safety. Designed and produced in-house, their innovation empowers brands to maintain product integrity while ensuring secure, compliant, and sustainable solutions for the cannabis industry.
Calyx Containers is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability.