Human Resources Business Associate - Hannibal, MO

General Mills; Hannibal (MO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills is seeking a Human Resources Business Associate for our Hannibal, Missouri manufacturing plant. You will partner with plant leaders to drive talent management, engagement, and workforce planning while overseeing change management initiatives.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of HR experience, strong communication, and solid proficiency with Microsoft tools. A Master’s in HR or MBA is a plus; relocation or international options are not applicable to this

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in ANY major; HR/Business preferred
• At least 3 years of relevant experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with attention to detail
• Strong customer service focus
• Proficient with Microsoft Office apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and related tools

Responsibilities

• HR Business Partner for functional client groups
• Project lead for change management initiatives
• Partner with HR Manager and plant leadership in strategy development and execution
• Lead initiatives around annual process management (e.g. performance management), workforce planning, employee engagement

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's in HR or MBA

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Publisher

Access

Visio

SharePoint

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEWWe exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.OVERVIEWHuman Resources at General Mills is well-established as a strategic business partner. We enable our company to win and our employees to maximize their full potential by building competitively superior talent, agile organizations, world class capabilities and a distinctive and undeniable culture worldwide.We are seeking a talented Human Resources Business Associate to join our manufacturing plant in Hannibal, Missouri. The Human Resources Business Associate at General Mills is responsible for leading the execution of key HR initiatives. Candidates should have considerable knowledge of Human Resource principles and practices, including but not limited to, Talent Management, Compensation, Data Insights and Project Management.General Mills Hannibal Plant makes food people love that directly supports the General Mills Supply Chain Snacks and Meals businesses. Hannibal produces consumer brands such as Nature Valley, Old El Paso, and Betty Crocker. The Hannibal Plant is also proud to be the single source producer for our Progresso Soup Brand. The Hannibal Plant operates production out of multiple buildings and supports a separate warehouse & distribution site near the plant. Hannibal is located just 90 minutes north of St. Louis, Missouri.WHAT WILL I DO?Drive Business Results - through a focus on growing the business, paired with expertise in areas such as organizational design, talent management, and employee relationsBe a Thought Leader - by understanding industry best practices, embracing and leading changes, challenging the status quo, and providing innovative solutionsGrow our Championship Culture - through talent development, process improvement, and high employee engagement by connecting with employeesAct as a Trusted Advisor – by coaching leaders at all levels of the organization with confidence and credibilityKick Off a Real Career, Right Now - from \"Day One,\" you are responsible for impactful and meaningful workKEY ACCOUNTABILITIESHR Business Partner for functional client groupsProject lead for change management initiativesPartner with HR Manager and plant leadership in strategy development and executionLead initiatives around annual process management (e.g. performance management cycle), workforce planning, employee engagement, championing belongingMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree in ANY major; Bachelor’s in Human Resources Management or Business preferredAt least 3 years of relevant experienceStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong organizational and prioritization skills with a focus on attention to detail and accuracyStrong customer service focusStrong technical skills with proficiency in Microsoft based applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access), Visio, and SharePoint; with a willingness to learn and master other software programs as neededAbility to drive results in a highly ambiguous and constantly changing environmentStrong analytical, quantitative and critical thinking skills – ability to prepare and analyzeHR reports, translate data into recommendations and take appropriate action to achieve desired business resultsAbility to lead and manage projects independentlyPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMaster’s in human resources or MBA preferredPrevious experience in manufacturing environment preferredADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONSInternational relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be consideredApplicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visasSALARY RANGEThe salary range for this position is:$71,300 - $107,000 AnnualAt General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.ELIGIBILITYApplicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTIf you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodation request form by following this link: Accommodation Request .