Human Resources Specialist

TITLE: Human Resources Specialist

LOCATION: Onsite in Lithonia, GA

COMP RANGE: $59,000 - $76,000

Griffith Foods is hiring a Human Resources Specialist to help deliver a seamless employee experience while ensuring our people processes run smoothly and efficiently, serving as a trusted resource for employees and managers.

This is your opportunity to join Human Resources in an early-career generalist position that provides exposure to all areas of Human Resources, along with opportunities to learn from experienced leaders while taking on increasing responsibility over time.

As a Human Resources Specialist, Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Coordinating and conducting new hire orientation for all employees reporting to the Lithonia, GA site, including orientation content/materials, preparation, Workday update and E-Verify completion
• Maintaining and ensuring I-9 compliance for Griffith Lithonia, GA employees.
• Maintaining employee records in Workday, ensuring new hire information, status changes, and employee updates are accurate and timely.
• Troubleshooting HRIS access issues for employees and managers, including password resets, account lockouts, and system navigation questions.
• Maintaining accurate employee document records, including hard-copy personnel files, and ensuring required documents are uploaded and organized in Workday.
• Participating in the Fun Events Committee by planning, preparing, and supporting activities and events that promote employee engagement for the Lithonia site.
• Assisting with benefits enrollment process.
  
  

The Human Resources Specialist position is well-suited for you if you:

• Thrive in finding practical solutions by thinking creatively
• Take initiative and look for ways to improve employee experience.
• Enjoy leading New Hire Orientation and demonstrate strong presentation skills in doing so.
• Find fulfillment in building positive relationships with a wide range of people, including management, plant employees, and outside visitors.
  
  

Qualified Candidates Will Have

• Associate degree or 4 years of relevant HR experience as an equivalent
• Minimum 1-year Human Resources experience
• Current location within a commutable distance of Lithonia, GA. Relocation support is not available.
• Willingness and ability to work onsite in Lithonia, GA 5 days per week
• Willingness to flex with work hours as needed.
• Candidates must currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
  
  

What Will Set You Apart

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, industrial / org. behavior, psychology, or a related field
• Experience working in an HCM system such as Workday is a plus.
• 3 years Human Resources experience
• Human Resources certification such as SHRM
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
  
  

This role is affiliated to the LITHONIA, GA location, and candidates for this role need to reside within a commutable distance of that location and will be required to come into that location. You may be asked to travel to other locations periodically for meetings.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Care.com, Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Reimbursement, Lifestyle Spending Account, Group Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, PTO, Holiday’s & Leaves, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Home & Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Long Term Care Life Insurance & Legal Assistance.

At Griffith Foods, you can be a member of a globally connected team that is known for true, collaborative innovation, guided by our purpose to Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish The World. We are a family-owned business, founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA. Our product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet.

At Griffith Foods, we aim to create a regenerative future and build food systems that are sustainable and resilient for both people and the planet. A sustainable supply chain enables us to deliver high-quality products in a way that supports the growers and farming communities.

Learn more about us at https://griffithfoods.com/careers/