HR Generalist

pladis North America, Inc; Town of Big Flats (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

pladis is seeking an HR Generalist to maintain a high‑performing, employee‑oriented culture. The role covers employee relations, payroll administration, recruitment, HRIS reporting, and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will manage a broad set of HR responsibilities, partner with managers, and support learning and development initiatives. Base salary ranges from $65,000 to $85,000 with an annual incentive opportunity and robust benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-5 Years directly related HR Experience.
• Ability to problem solve and think critically.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to listen, influence and build relationships at all levels.
• Experience with HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR practices and objectives to foster a high‑performing, employee‑oriented culture.
• Coordinate services, policies, and programs through staff; advise managers on HR issues.
• Recruiting and staffing logistics; organizational and space planning.
• Performance management and regulatory compliance reporting.
• Employee orientation, development, training and relations.
• Manage compensation, benefits, safety and health programs.
• Support New Hire onboarding and ongoing training; assist in employee relations tasks.

Skills

HR experience

Problem solving

Multitasking

MS Office

Team player

Communication

Initiative

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder relations

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you. As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don't compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits. To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact.

PURPOSE

The HR Generalist has a key role in maintaining our employee-oriented company culture. This role consists of 'hands-on' management of human resource issues with employees, supervisors and managers. Primary functions of this position include employee relations, employee engagement initiatives, payroll administration, performance management, recruitment, HRIS reporting and employment law/regulations compliance.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND DELIVERABLES

• Lead Human Resources practices and objectives that will provide an employee-oriented, high-performance culture that encourages empowerment, quality, productivity and standards, goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce.
• Coordinates implementation of services, policies, and programs through staff; reports to the HR Manager and assists and advises company managers about Human Resources issues.
• Responsible for all or part of these areas:
  • Recruiting and staffing logistics
  • Organizational and space planning
  • Performance management and improvement systems
  • Employment and compliance to regulatory concerns and reporting
  • Employee orientation, development, and training
  • Policy development and documentation
  • Employee relations
  • Company employee communication
  • Compensation and benefits administration
  • Employee safety, welfare, wellness and health
  • Employee services and counseling
  • Assist managers with New Hire and on-going training and compliance
  • Assist manager in Employee Relation tasks, including annual employee reviews, time and attendance verifications, and employee disciplinary/commendation meetings
  • Serves as a backup to the HR Manager in their absence

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 Years directly related HR Experience
• Ability to problem solve and think critically
• Ability to multitask
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Enjoy working with a HR team as well as be self-directed and able to complete projects independently.
• Ability to listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences.
• Ability to use initiative and independent judgment appropriately.
• Ability to analyze and diagnose problems, develops alternative solutions, and recommend and implement an effective course of action.
• Detailed-oriented with the ability to see the big picture and possesses strong technical skills to solve complex system challenges.
• Ability to influence and build relationships with all levels.
• Understanding of applicable federal, state and local employment laws and regulations
• Desirable: Strong and in-depth knowledge of human resources practices, policies, requirements, regulations, processes and techniques.
• Strong experience in employee relations
• Demonstrated experience in providing proactive solutions to human resource issues.
• Experience working within HRIS systems

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS

Base starting salary ranges from $65,000 - $85,000 per year. The base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.

This role is also eligible for an annual incentive opportunity, awarded based on individual and company performance.

At pladis, our people are at the heart of everything we do. That's why we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health and well-being, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Education Assistance, including Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs
• Paid Time Off
• Generous Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Employee Product Discounts

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

pladis is an ambitious global snacking company and home to much loved brands including McVitie’s, GODIVA and Ülker. pladis also owns regional brands Jacob’s, Go Ahead, Flipz, Turtles, BN, Verkade and many more products across sweet and savoury biscuits, wafer, cake and chocolate.

Formed in 2016, pladis is the proud steward of over 300 years of family baking and confectionery experience. The expertise of our 15,000+ global workforce spans 26 bakeries and factories and is united by our purpose: to 'bring happiness with every bite'.

As a responsible business delivering the highest quality products and exceptional service, pladis' products have the potential to reach more than four billion people across the world.

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