Human Resources Generalist (Assoc - Sr) - Rochelle Foods

Associate HR Generalist / HR Generalist / Senior HR Generalist – Rochelle Foods

About Hormel Foods

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include PLANTERS ® , SKIPPY ® , SPAM ® , HORMEL ® NATURAL CHOICE ® , APPLEGATE ® , WHOLLY ® , HORMEL ® BLACK LABEL ® , COLUMBUS ® , JENNIE-O ® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The Company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report and one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, was recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World’s Best Companies and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. For more information, visit  www.hormelfoods.com .

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position is accountable for retention, engagement, training, coaching and mentoring plant professionals’ and new supervisors. This is a developmental position that will prepare the incumbent for future opportunities in Human Resources roles.

• Responsible for the overall process for hiring office hourly and plant hourly production team members including recruiting, interviewing, placement, onboarding, and orientation.

• Maintains positive Company-employee labor relations while providing efficient, fair, and equitable use of the working agreement and plant work rules.

• Determines and prioritizes training needs for the facility.

• Provides leadership for employee engagement initiatives while championing inclusion and diversity.

• Provides leadership and development to HR admins, HR technicians and other HR office staff.

• Oversees activities associated with employees during the probationary period for purposes of retention including orientation, evaluations, coaching, and termination when appropriate.

• Ensures compliance with government regulations, company policy, procedures, and employment eligibility.

• Assumes the responsibilities of the Human Resource Manager when absent.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The level of position offered (Associate HR Generalist, HR Generalist, or Senior HR Generalist) will be dependent on candidate experience and skill set.

Required

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience.

• Demonstrated skills in the area of employee relations.

• A strong pattern of initiative, accountability, achievement and leadership.

• Proven problem solving, decision making, persuasive, and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to prioritize.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters.

• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.

• Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Preferred

• Bilingual Skills.

• Experience in a manufacturing/processing environment.

• Experience working in a union environment.

• Prior experience in a salaried HR position.

LOCATION: Rochelle, IL

Pay Range & Benefits:

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $64,400 - $115,500 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will ,depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

Other components of Hormel Foods’ total compensation package includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, paid vacation, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.

For immediate consideration, send apply online at: www.hormelfoods.com/careers

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/inclusion-and-belonging/

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

Requisition ID : 36409

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.