HR Generalist

Primient; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 63,344 - 95,017; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Healthcare plan choices

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance

Paid holidays & vacation

Floating days off

Parental leave for new parents

Employee resource groups

Learning & development programs

Fun culture

Job summary

Primient is seeking an HR Generalist for our Lafayette, IN site. You will report to the local HR Business Partner and shape our people strategy, implement HR processes, and support managers on HR matters including employee relations, engagement, performance, recruitment, onboarding, and development.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of HR experience and at least 3 years in recruiting, with a Bachelor’s or Master’s in HR (preferred).

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in HR
• 3+ years of recruiting experience
• Bachelor’s/Masters Degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations and investigations in collaboration with plant leadership.
• Coordinate recruitment process including sourcing, interviewing, onboarding, and new hire orientation.
• Oversee termination and transition processes with adherence to policies and legal requirements.
• Maintain HR data and generate reports (KPIs, headcounts, local reports) to enable data-driven decisions.
• Interpret and ensure compliance with HR policies and local regulations.
• Support ERGs and promote diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Plan and coordinate HR-related events to enhance engagement and culture.
• Deliver training on HR processes and employee development.

Education

Bachelor’s/Masters Degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent

Job description

About Primient

Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.

HR Generalist | Primient

We are seeking a dynamic and capable HR Generalist to join our team. Reporting to the local HR Business Partner, this position will be based at our Lafayette, IN site. This exciting and challenging role will require you to use your HR knowledge and experience to shape our people strategy, implement HR processes and initiatives, manage employee relations, and provide support to managers on all HR matters, including employee relations, employee engagement, performance management, recruitment and selection, onboarding, and facilitating learning and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Employee Relations and Conflict Resolution: Manage employee relations by providing hands‑on HR support to managers, addressing HR issues, conducting objective investigations regarding disciplinary issues, and collaborating with plant leadership to strengthen employee engagement.
• Talent Acquisition and Onboarding: Facilitate recruitment process, including sourcing, hiring, conducting new hire orientations, and managing the onboarding process to ensure the effective integration of new employees.
• Termination and Transition Processes: Manage the termination process, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements, and providing support to departing employees to ensure a smooth transition.
• Data Management and Reporting: Perform data entry tasks, maintain accurate employee records, and generate and analyze HR metrics and reports such as KPIs, Monthly Local Report, and Headcounts to support data‑driven decision making.
• Policy Interpretation and Compliance: Interpret and ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures, local legislation, and company policies, providing guidance and support to managers and employees.
• Manage & Support ERGs: Manage and participate in Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to promote diversity and inclusion.
• Event Planning: Plan and coordinate HR‑related events to enhance employee engagement and foster a positive workplace culture.
• Training and Development: Deliver and facilitate training activities related to HR processes, supporting employee development and ensuring adherence to HR policies and procedures.

About You

Required and Preferred Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s/Masters Degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent (preferred)

Required And Preferred Work Experience

• 4+ years of professional experience in HR (required)
• 3+ years of recruiting experience (required)

Total Rewards

The annual pay range estimated for this position is $63,344.80 - $95,017.20 and is bonus eligible. Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• Competitive Pay
• Multiple Healthcare plan choices
• Dental and vision insurance
• A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Floating days off
• Parental leave for new parents
• Employee resource groups
• Learning & development programs
• Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

Career Path & Culture

Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow.

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.

California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")

The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.