Human Resources Generalist

Flowers Foods & Subsidiaries; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and medical benefi

401(k) Retirement savings plan

Professional growth and leadership tra

Paid vacation, holidays, and parental

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. is seeking a dedicated HR Generalist to support human resources and employee relations functions. Under supervision, you will assist with personnel administration, benefits, safety and compliance, while learning the company’s HR policies and procedures.

The role offers training, development opportunities, and exposure to multiple HR disciplines within a large manufacturing environment. A four-year degree in HR is required and the target salary range is disclosed in the

Qualifications

• Three or more years of HR experience.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency with HRIS, payroll, and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand the company's human resources and employee relations policies, procedures and programs.
• Assist with company-wide activities of personnel administration, wage and salary administration, management training and development, safety, benefits administration, employee communications, staff, staffing, legal compliance and employee relations.
• Develop skills to fulfill future positions of HRBP and support succession planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned and adhere to all company policies.

Skills

HR experience

Employment laws knowledge

Payroll processing

Microsoft Office proficiency

Recruiting & onboarding

Education

Four-year degree in HR Management

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

MS Office

Job description

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS. Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery – it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time Employees Are Offered The Following Benefits

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

Under the direction and guidance of the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), the HR Generalist will receive training in the management of the human resource function including human resource policies and procedures, benefits, safety, compensation, training and development, employee relations and communications. Provides assistance in a staff capacity to the HRBP in implementing personnel and employee relations responsibilities. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect effect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

• To learn and understand the company's human resources and employee relations policies, procedures and programs.
• Under the direction of the HRBP, assists with company-wide activities of personnel administration, wage and salary administration, management training and development, safety, benefits administration, employee communications, employee activities, staffing, legal compliance and employee relations.
• To develop skills, knowledge and experience of the Human Resources function as applied with Flowers in order to fulfill future positions of HRBP.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervision.
• Practice and comply with all Company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.)
• Performance of other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures.

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency with HRIS, payroll, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience supporting employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, attendance management, and HR compliance.

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

A four year degree in Human Resources Management or related field.

Hiring Range - $57,000 - $62,000

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.