Human Resource Generalist - NEW Position!

Company: Rise Baking Company
Location: Kent
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Brand New Position for a Growing Company!Flexible day shift opportunity-Rise Baking Company in Kent, WA is seeking an experienced HR Generalist for this NEW role to perform human resource related duties in the following functional areas: benefits and leave of absence administration, employee relations, workers' compensation, training and development, policy implementation, employment law compliance, staffing/recruiting, safety and employee appreciation. Essential FunctionsAdminister various human resource plans and procedures for plant personnel; assist in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures Respond to employee relations issues, e.g., employee complaints, and escalate to HR Manager as needed; assist in guiding and coaching managers during the employee disciplinary process Help employees navigate benefits, monitor employee eligibility for benefit plans; review benefits with employees; process benefits enrollment, cancellation, or changes; manage open enrollment communication and election process Manage leave of absence process and return to work of FMLA, STD, and LTD claims and workers' compensation including necessary communication with the employee and management teamProvide assistance with workers' compensation process including entering claims, following up with employees, requesting and reviewing medical documentation as needed and following up with case managersCoordinate/conduct new hire orientation, own onboarding experienceAdminister data entry in Alchemy, lead compliance training, and develop reports as neededAssist in creating and facilitating training and development opportunities for workforce Coordinate and maintain employee recognition program and assist with appreciation events throughout the year Conduct stay and exit interviews to drive improvements within the organizationMaintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations including unemployment claims and EEO-1 reporting Maintain human resource information system records through entering new hires, status changes, and terminations; compile employee reports as needed; maintain employee filing system including going 'paperless'Provide assistance as needed for recruitment and onboarding activities Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and proceduresPerform other job-related duties as assigned Qualifications (Education/Experience)Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field or equivalent education, training, and experience2-4 years of experience in a human resource roleCP/PHR certification preferred or ability to obtain certification within 12 monthsExperience with a fast-growing manufacturing company preferredKnowledge of federal and state regulations pertaining to employmentIntermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills; experience with ADP WORKFORCE NOW A PLUS! Strong communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the Company Ability to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential informationAbility to work closely with other departments to advise and resolve issues as neededDetail oriented with the ability to multi-task, manage changing priorities, and work well under pressure Cultural competency; experience/ability to work and interact effectively with a diverse, multicultural audienceAbility to work a flexible schedule including various shifts periodicallyBilingual (Spanish) preferredCompensation details: 75000-90000 Yearly SalaryPI604cb0de99a7-25660-34919549

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