Human Resource Generalist (Plant/Production) // Bilingual Spanish or Haitian Creole +++

Are you ready to put your Human Resources talent to work for a company that values your individual contributions and takes a vested interest in your career growth? Look no further! Villari Food Group is seeking a Human Resource Generalist to serve one of its locations in Warsaw, NC.  Our rapidly growing organization will give you a chance to contribute your talents as we continue to expand which will no doubt provide a fulfilling opportunity for the right candidate. The ideal candidate would have a natural sense of ownership over the care of our most important asset, our people. An individual who speaks English as well as either Spanish or Haitian Creole (or all three) is highly desired.

Specific Job Duties:

• Implements new hire orientation and employee engagement programs.
• Proactively administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity and attendance; occupational health and safety; training and development; and employee recognition and engagement.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from employees and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.  Coordinates with applicable parties (Security, Safety, Plant Leadership) to address such activities in a safe and proactive manner that reduces/limits distractions from business operations. 
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Responsible for unemployment hearings and appeals
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Create and maintain employee files.
• May assist with recruiting, interviews, and facilitating the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; as a backup to the HR Manager, may collaborate with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Completes Forms I-9, verifies I-9 documentation and maintains I-9 files as needed.
• On call for safety and HR emergencies on a rotating weekly basis (every fifth week, starting Monday at 8:00AM) Must remain within an hour travel time of the plant.  Must be available and ready to act in a manner consistent with being in the office (not under the influence of any substances, etc.) 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

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.
 

Education and/or Experience :

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 2+ years progressive Human Resources experience in a manufacturing facility can be considered in lieu of higher education 
• SHRM-CP preferred 

Language:

Ability to read and interpret documents and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in both a group setting and one on one conversation. Ability to train policies of safety & regulatory requirements. Ability to fluently speak, read, & write a language in addition to English preferred (Spanish/Haitian Creole highly desired).

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
 

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management system.
   

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department of the organization’s facilities.
   

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to a cold, hot or wet environment. Hearing protection is required in certain areas of the workplace per company policy.

More about Villari Foods:
Founded in 1925 by Sam Villari, Villari Foods is still a family-owned business with a rich history. As a teenager, Sam came to America from Italy, instilled with the value his native culture placed on pure, good food as an integral part of the family and social life. Today, at Villari Foods, we combine our unwavering commitment to Old World quality with our capacity to keep pace with evolving customer demands – and exceed expectations for great taste, good health, variety, value, convenience, and creativity in the kitchen. With the fourth Villari generation now entering the business, our family remains dedicated to ensuring an exceptional experience for all who enjoy our products.

We offer a wide variety of quality pork and other meat products for retail, foodservice, and export markets. We understand and are responding to consumer preferences for meat products that are locally sourced, humanely raised, organic, and free of antibiotics, hormones, and steroids. And we’re well known for our smoked products.

As part of Villari Foods, we also have our own livestock and trucking operations, which allows for greater quality control and extraordinary customer service, including superior delivery options. We partner with local farms and are committed to environmental sustainability.

EEO Statement:

Villari Foods is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans’ status, status as a disabled individual, or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.