Human Resources Generalist in Friesland, Wisconsin at Alsum Farms & Produce Inc.

Alsum Produce is recruiting for an HR Generalist for its location in Friesland WI. This is an onsite position working 8am - 5pm. Administer the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) Department including full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, administering benefits & leave, and supporting company policies and procedures. Always improving. Always serving. Always winning together. Exceeding expectations every day.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain Human Resource Information System (HRIS) Database
• Conduct full-cycle recruiting including creation & posting of job ads, phone screens, scheduling interviews, and drafting offer letters for approval
• Coordinate and administer onboarding process including paperwork, training, drug screen appointments, and conduct new hire orientations
• Maintain and create employee badges
• Attend/assist with career fairs and recruiting events
• Assist with maintaining and updating job descriptions
• Administer & coordinate Alsum branded clothing store launches and order merchandiser apparel
• Assist with Migrant Camp operations, applications, Inspections & Upkeep
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and company policies and procedures.
• Complete employment verification requests
• Process and administer termination process ensuring terminations are completed accurately and timely
• Administer and process leaves including but not limited to personal leaves and FMLA, Short/Long Term Disability
• Manage vacation balances
• Assist employees with HRIS utilization
• Administer benefits and processes including HRIS open enrollment audits
• Manage monthly employee birthday and anniversary process including lists and distribution
• Administer Good Will Benefits administration of flowers and gifts
• Coordinate annual Health Risk Assessment
• Coordinate annual Years of Service Awards
• Process Intercompany billing
• Perform duties of Chairperson for Wellness Committee including leading, planning and documenting activity
• Work with Human Resource Manager on Employee Relations issues as needed
• Ensure proper filing and electronic entry of HR files/documents in paper files and HRIS Database
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field
• Two – five years’ experience in Human Resources role or related field
• Combination of education and experience will also be considered
• SHRM/HRCI Certification preferred

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus!
• Excellent interpersonal skills with negotiation skills/tactics
• Ability to create and implement sourcing strategies for recruitment for various roles
• Proactive with ability to take initiative and work independently
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines
• Familiarity with federal, state and local laws, regulations and best practices for Human Resources
• Proficient with applicant tracking software (ATS)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Ability to travel to other locations as needed
• Self-motivated and able to function as a part of a team
• Ability to utilize Human Resource Information System (HRIS) software
• Valid state motor vehicle license with acceptable motor vehicle record

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to sit, stand, walk and occasionally stoop, bend or reach
• Must wear necessary PPE (safety glasses and hearing protection) in designated areas
• Ability to work in different environments including office environment, production areas and outside such as farms where temperatures and conditions will vary