Generalist, HR

D; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

D in Fort Wayne, IN, seeks an HR leader to drive a safety‑driven, high‑performance culture. You will guide HR practices, recruit and develop talent, and ensure compliance with health, safety and employment laws.

This role reports to the HR Manager and requires strong communication with all levels of staff. Responsibilities include safety oversight, onboarding, employee relations, training, and workforce planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field required.
• Minimum 2 years HR experience with at least 1 year in training and development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR practices and objectives to foster a high-performance culture emphasizing safety, quality, and productivity.
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and development of a superior workforce.
• Oversee safety, worker's compensation, OSHA programs and compliance with laws.
• Administer employee relations, investigations, and performance documentation.
• Prepare reports, HR communications, and liaison with management on workforce planning.
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with GMP and safety standards.
• Support leadership training programs and facilitate workshops.
• Coordinate culture-building events and recognition programs.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

English Proficiency

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's in HR or related field

Job description

The purpose of this position is to lead Human Resources practices and objectives that will provide an employee-oriented, high performance culture that emphasizes safety, quality and productivity, and facilitate recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce. This position reports to the Human Resources Manager.

Safety

• Follows plant safety procedures and guidelines
• Informs supervisor of safety issues; reports any workplace injury or incident immediately
• Support company Food Safety efforts through commitment and compliance to SQF standard practices and policies
• Follow plant quality practices including Good Manufacturing Practices, or GMP's

Responsibilities

• Maintains effective positive communication with staff at all levels of the organization, including interaction with upper level management
• Participate in plant safety committee meetings
• Coordinate annual hearing testing, safety shoe vendor, and other proactive safety measures
• Administer worker's compensation and OSHA programs and ensure compliance with state/federal mandated laws
• Oversee the preparation and distribution of requisitions, job postings and external advertising/recruiting
• Develop recruiting plans, create job descriptions, screen & interview applicants
• Plans and conducts orientation and on-boarding for new employees (direct hires and temporary conversions) and ensures effective OBT programs are in place
• Liaison between temporary agencies and operations
• Assists supervisors and managers with workforce planning
• Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs
• Prepare & distribute employee communication
• Advises management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues
• Completes investigations, reports and recommendations on employee relations issues
• Oversees employee records and processes related to employment, leaves of absences, unemployment and workers' compensation
• Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations and ensures compliance
• Administers exit procedures for separating employees and ensures all terminations are handled appropriately
• Administer leadership training programs and facilitate workshops
• Coaches supervisors on employee relations issues and performance documentation processes
• Coordinates employee culture building events and recognition programs to support retention & engagement
• Prepares regular and ad hoc reports; as management team requests
• Handles phone inquiries and correspondence for the Human Resources department
• Oversee FMLA, STD/LTD, ADA, and Personal Leave of Absence claims

While performing the duties of this position, the employee's work is performed in a typical interior/office work environment. Employee is expected to maintain an organized work area and contribute to the overall decorum of a professional setting. A minimal amount of work will require exposure to the manufacturing facility. Employee is expected to be familiar and in compliance with all plant safety and cleanliness (GMP) regulations. Work days are generally Monday through Friday; however, the employee is expected to work additional, including weekend hours as required fulfilling job duties.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Supervisory Experience Advanced

Problem Solving Skills Advanced

Organizational Skills Advanced

Must be able to read, write & speak English Advanced

Advanced

Customer Service Skills Advanced

Communication Skills Expert

Attention to Detail Advanced

Advanced Computer Skills Expert

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Human Resources or related field.

Experience

Required

2 years: HR experience and one year training and development experience.

Preferred

Attention to detail and strong organizational and record keeping skills

High level of computer skills is critical including use of MS Office Suite; HRIS experience highly desirable

Customer service orientation, including ability to communicate effectively and work with individuals at all levels of the organization.

Ability to maintain confidentiality

SPHR or PHR preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer
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