Human Resources Generalist

Description

Crystal Creamery is looking for a motivated and people-focused Human Resources Generalist to join our HR team. This position provides day-to-day HR support to employees and managers across the organization and plays an important role in recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, leave administration, compliance, payroll support, and HR systems.

The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, professional, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where confidentiality, accuracy, and customer service are essential.

Requirements

As a Human Resources Generalist, you will support a variety of HR functions, including:

• Support recruiting efforts, including job postings, interview scheduling, candidate communication, and onboarding.
• Process employee transactions such as new hires, terminations, transfers, promotions, status changes, and other personnel actions.
• Maintain accurate employee records, personnel files, and HRIS information.
• Assist employees with benefit enrollment, changes, questions, and required documentation.
• Coordinate and track leaves of absence and ensure required documentation is received and maintained.
• Serve as a resource to employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, payroll-related questions, and general HR matters.
• Assist with employee relations matters, including gathering information, documenting concerns, and supporting appropriate follow-up.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Prepare HR reports, conduct data  audits, and assist with HR-related projects.
• Support performance management, employee engagement, training, and policy communication initiatives.
• Coordinate payroll-related processes by reviewing and submitting employee information, timekeeping data, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling employee, payroll, benefits, and company information.
• Work collaboratively with HR  leadership, managers, supervisors, and employees throughout the organization.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of human resources principles and employment practices.
• Understanding of employment law  fundamentals and HR recordkeeping requirements.
• Strong communication and  interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive working  relationships with employees and managers at all levels.
• Excellent organization and  time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and  analytical skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment.
• Experience working with HRIS and payroll/timekeeping systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently while also being an effective member of a team.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in human resources, employee services, payroll, benefits, or office administration      preferred.
• HR experience in manufacturing, agriculture, food production, or other fast-paced environment is a plus.
• Equivalent combination of  education and experience will be considered.

HR Systems & Technology

The Human Resources Generalist will work with:

• Human Resources Information  Systems (HRIS)
• Payroll and timekeeping systems
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Employee records and electronic personnel systems
• Standard office technology and equipment

Decision-Making & Autonomy

• Uses independent judgment when completing routine HR activities and prioritizing daily workload.
• Applies established HR policies  and procedures to routine employee and manager questions.
• Recognizes situations requiring  additional review and appropriately escalates complex employee relations, compliance, and policy matters to HR leadership.
• Maintains professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Physical & Work Environment

This position primarily works in an office environment and requires the ability to:

• Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Use a computer and other office equipment.
• Communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and in writing.
• Occasionally lift or move light  office materials.
• Occasionally visit manufacturing or operational areas as business needs require.

Crystal Creamery is an Equal Employment opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles (such as braids, locks, and twists), color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law (including cancer and predisposing genetic characteristics in California), genetic information, marital status, familial status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation (actual or perceived), transgender status, sex stereotyping, age, military or veteran status, domestic violence or sexual assault victim status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Crystal Creamery is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.

To apply please visit www.crystalcreamery.com