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Factory Human Resources Generalist

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Nestlé

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • Jonesboro

AI generated summary

  • You need a BA/BS in HR or related field, 2 years HR experience (or 5+ without a degree), understanding of employment laws, travel flexibility, recruitment skills, and HRIS proficiency.
  • You will support talent management, drive employee engagement, oversee staffing and onboarding, ensure compliance, manage projects, and foster open communication at the manufacturing site.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s (BA/BS) in Human Resource Management or related field preferred
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a professional level Human Resources role or 5+ years without BA/BS degree
  • Manufacturing Plant, Distribution Center, or Direct Sales Distribution (DSD) environment is preferred
  • Thorough understanding of Federal/State employment laws (e.g., EEO, AA, FMLA, ADA, Unemployment Insurance Administration, and Worker’s Compensation)
  • Travel (10% or more per business needs)
  • Experience in Classification & Compensation, Benefits Administration, and Recruitment
  • Project Management experience (I.e., such as conducting a wage survey or helping revising handbook policies)
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite as well as HRIS systems. PeopleSoft or System Applications and Products (SAP) preferred
  • Ability to work independently, reliably and allocate time efficiently

Responsibilities

  • Aid in execution of the Nestlé People Strategy processes that attract, develop, recognize, and retain employees to support the organization's short- and long-term strategic business needs
  • Support Nestlé initiatives such as the Nestlé Management and Leadership Principles while executing workforce planning processes for the organization such as talent development, organizational planning, and organizational change management
  • Ensure the culture & working environment is open, empowering, fair, and equitable
  • Manage special projects in workforce management, strategic planning, quarterly/monthly people data reports and other ad-hoc works in progress
  • Responsible for salaried and hourly staffing through onboarding and retention of the right talent with alignment to the sites’ staffing strategy
  • Collaborate with talent management teams in recruitment, new hire processing, posts announcements, job descriptions, diversity recruitment strategies, interviewing candidates and other related tasks
  • Utilize the performance, talent, and organizational planning management systems to help drive the achievement of company goals through objective and development plan setting, performance calibration, and talent development
  • Provide support to People Managers through the tools available in assisting individual and team performance improvement
  • Mentor site Leadership on all people management and development issues
  • Build and maintain relations with employees at the manufacturing site, to promote and foster an environment of open communication and transparent, candid feedback
  • Conduct investigations, provide coaching, and document findings, when required
  • Supporting a holistic safety focus by driving people related safety goals and business initiatives
  • Perform planned/impromptu investigations and audits to ensure and/or maintain EEO/AA/OFCC or Federal/State employment law compliance in practice as it related to hiring, training, transfers, or promotions of people assets

FAQs

What is the main purpose of the Factory Human Resources Generalist role?

The main purpose of the Factory Human Resources Generalist role is to provide a broad range of expert HR services including recruitment, employee development, labor-management relations, compensation, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance guidance, primarily on-site at the factory.

What are the working hours for this position?

This position primarily requires working on the first shift, but there is a need for flexibility to support second and third shifts as well as weekends.

What qualifications are preferred for this role?

A Bachelor’s (BA/BS) in Human Resource Management or a related field is preferred, along with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a professional-level Human Resources role, or 5+ years of experience without a degree.

What type of experience is specifically desired for candidates?

Candidates with experience in manufacturing plant environments, classification and compensation, benefits administration, recruitment, and project management are preferred.

What is the travel requirement for this job?

The travel requirement for this job is 10% or more, depending on business needs.

What types of employment laws should a candidate be familiar with?

Candidates should have a thorough understanding of Federal and State employment laws, including EEO, AA, FMLA, ADA, Unemployment Insurance Administration, and Worker’s Compensation.

Is this position eligible for visa sponsorship?

No, this position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

What kind of software skills are necessary for this role?

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with HRIS systems, particularly PeopleSoft or SAP, are necessary for this role.

Are there any special accommodations offered during the recruitment process?

Yes, the company welcomes candidates to inform them confidentially if they require any special accommodations to participate fully in the recruitment experience.

What commitments does Nestlé have towards workplace inclusivity?

Nestlé is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and actively seeks diverse candidates, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, to join their workforce.

Unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1-10
Employees

Mission & Purpose

As the world’s largest food and beverage company we are driven by a simple aim: unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come. To deliver on this, we serve with passion, with a spirit of excellence, offering products and services for all stages of life, every moment of the day, helping people care for themselves and their families. Our culture is based on our values rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for the future. We can trace our origin back to 1866, when the first European condensed milk factory was opened in Cham, Switzerland, by the Anglo-Swiss Condensed Milk Company. One year later, Henri Nestlé, a trained pharmacist, launched one of the world’s first prepared infant cereals ‘Farine lactée’ in Vevey, Switzerland. Today, we employ around 273,000 people and have factories or operations in almost every country in the world. With our headquarters still based in the Swiss town of Vevey, we had sales of CHF 84.3 billion in 2020. Our portfolio covers almost every food and beverage category –offering products and services for all stages of life, every moment of the day, helping people care for themselves and their families. House rules: https://nes.tl/HouseRules

Culture & Values

  • Respect for ourselves

    Respect starts with self-respect. Being true to ourselves, while acting with integrity, fairness and authenticity.

  • Respect for others

    Respecting others is about meeting our promises. It’s about quality in our products, our brands and everything we do.

  • Respect for diversity

    Respect for other ways of thinking, other cultures and all aspects of society requires inclusiveness and openness in all our interactions.

  • Respect for the future

    Respect for the future of our planet and future generations compels us to act with responsibility and courage, even if it’s difficult.

Benefits

  • Competitive remuneration

    You’ll be recognized for your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits package. And you may benefit from savings plans, insurances, loans, and discounted or free Nestlé products. You could even grab a bargain on retail products, services and activities.

  • Location-specific opportunities

    Our working environments vary greatly, so depending on your job and your location, you could benefit from flexible working opportunities, volunteering programs, the ability to bring a pet to work, and much more.

  • International mobility

    We offer opportunities to develop your career in different countries around the world. Global mobility plays an important part in developing Nestlé’s talent and our brands.

  • Health and wellbeing at work

    Our employee health programs will help you develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle, with health checks, health care, onsite cafeterias and fitness centres, sport and other activities.

  • Employee support

    More than ever, it is important that you are emotionally supported while at work and at home to be resilient and feel good as you carry out your everyday activities. We provide access to confidential counsellors to help when the unexpected happens or you are feeling overwhelmed.

  • Parental leave

    With a minimum of 18 weeks paid parental leave for the primary caregiver, plus the opportunity to take further leave, your new family life can get off to a great start. Your work location may provide additional benefits and resources such as dedicated feeding rooms or creches.