Job Description

HR Generalist

Lodi, NJ

Temp to Perm.

Our client, an established meat processing facility in Northern NJ, is looking to fill their company's first HR Generalist position. This is a new role for their company.

They are excitedly looking for a positive, inquisitive HR Generalist, who loves streamlining processes and problem solving. Someone who will take HR duties off ownership's plate while ensuring that HR operates efficiently and smoothly as directed. In addition, our new HR Generalist will support ownership and management regarding HR matters and a few office tasks.

The ideal candidate will be proactive and have experience in handling a wide range of human resources task to help ownership run their growing business.

The candidate must be exceedingly well organized, flexible, must have excellent attention to detail, is able to work independently with little or no supervision, and enjoys the challenges of supporting a company of diverse people.

Duties and Responsibilities - include but are not limited to the following:

1. Provides human resources support for the owners of the company and managers.

2. Assist with managing HR for the company by developing and maintaining office and company policies, updated company annual handbooks, employee files, payroll, operations, discipline, recruiting, onboarding, orientation and training and other procedures, as necessary.

3. Handle internal inquiries, complaints, injuries, and workers compensation.

4. Develops and streamlines company policies and procedures, and ensure they are implemented appropriately after approval and making sure all files are complete and organized.

5. Perform review and analysis of duties, tasks, and projects and keeps ownership and management properly informed.

6. Ensure top HR performance of company staff by providing them adequate coaching and guidance.

7. Manage internal staff relations and maintain a positive working environment while following company core values.

8. Maintain and update all company policies.

9. Process and approve the company payroll.

10. Purchase items for the company as directed.

11. Other duties may be assigned based on the needs of the company, as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's degree in business or related field is preferred but not required

Previous Human Resources experience required

Experience working with union workers is preferred

Ability to show thorough knowledge of HR principles and federal/local regulations through questions, discussions and completed tasks

Very strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills are essential

Takes ownership of job responsibilities with personal pride and accountability

Ability to work independently with little supervision required

Ability to remain calm while working under pressure in a busy environment

Ability to work within timeframe of standard policies and procedures and not miss deadlines/due dates

Ability to maintain confidentiality related to sensitive company and employee information

Excellent ability to multi-task, prioritize, and problem solve in a busy, fast paced environment

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point is essential

Exhibit extraordinary discretion, confidentiality, flexibility, and willingness to work closely with the team

Excellent time, leadership, and management skills

Efficient in handling a wide range of administrative and executive support related tasks

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong professionalism and organizational and planning skills

Fluency in Spanish (read and write) is required

Experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse facility is highly desired

Experience with OSHA compliance including ensuring workplace safety, developing and implementing safety policies, providing safety training, maintaining OSHA records, and assisting with investigations of workplace incidents.

" We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. "

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