HR Generalist - 1st Shift - Waverly, NE

Management Level:

85

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

SUMMARY:

This position will partner with respective business teams to implement and administer HR programs in various areas, including talent management support, employee relations, performance management, talent development, and employee retention. Additionally, it will collaborate with other HR functions like People Operations and the HR Centers of Expertise. This position will serve as the first line of support for day-to-day inquiries from team members and assist in coaching and guiding on routine matters. The HR Generalist should be a highly customer-centric individual with a bias towards change and the ability to assist in propelling team success.

Responsibilities include:

• Participate as a member of the Human Resources team and execute against organizational business plans.
• Under limited direction from HRBPs, perform broad professional human resources responsibilities to support policies and programs, including onboarding & orientation, compensation, performance appraisal processes, benefits management (including annual enrollment), affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, complaint investigation, and HRIS.
• Provide counsel in the interpretation and application of company policies through effective guidance for managers and team members, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Support the implementation of HR initiatives involving organizational culture, change management, and Talent Development leadership development, and career development. This will require classroom presentations and training.
• In partnership with Talent Acquisition, assist in leading onboarding for new hires for supported groups.
• Work with leaders to effectively create performance plans, ensure effective documentation, and collaborate with compliance and/or legal departments.
• Conduct necessary workplace investigations and ensure effective tracking and responses to claims.
• Own administrative activities, including but not limited to HR reporting, data analysis, exit processes, and employee transactions.
• Support HRBP leadership in development of data gathering, presentation creation, and communications as needed.
• Support retention and engagement initiatives across the supported business

Please attach updated resume in PDF or Word form.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, or related field preferred.
• Experience: 2-4 years of previous HR experience working in an HR business partner environment preferred.
• Computer Skills: Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, and Outlook).
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Special Skills: Experience in, conflict resolution, and progressive HR project work preferred; administration, performance management, and benefits management preferred; proven track record of building strong relationships vertically and horizontally within an organization; possesses high standards of ethical behavior, confidentiality, professionalism, and objectivity; skillful in listening and ascertaining the needs and concerns of people, and in communicating information concerning processes, policies, and procedures with accuracy and clarity; strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills; ability to analyze data; ability to handle competing priorities and adapt comfortably to interrupted workflow.

Internal Management & Management Support Applicants:

Automatic notification to your current manager will be initiated upon selection for interview. This applies to all candidates who are level 79 or above.

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

For Professional Management levels, internal applicants should either upload a resume to their application OR complete their application fully showing current and past work experience in the sections provided.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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