Human Resources (People Operations) Generalist

Roskam-Foods-1; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Roskam Foods, founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI, is a leading contract manufacturer of frozen, refrigerated, and shelf-stable products. The HR role focuses on process improvements, regulatory compliance, and collaborating with leaders across the organization to support business goals.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, 1+ year HR experience, and strong confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
• At least one year of HR and employee relations experience preferred.
• Experience in a union environment is strongly preferred.
• Experience handling highly confidential information.
• Bi-lingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Discovers continuous improvement opportunities and drives HR process changes.
• Acts as a change agent supporting leadership.
• Ensures compliant with policies, regulations, and laws.
• Partners with leaders on employment regulations and HR best practices.
• Supports leaders to achieve business unit goals.
• Spends significant time in production areas offering hands-on support.
• Executes HR programs including disciplinary matters, investigations, performance management, and training.
• Responds to employment inquiries from applicants and employees.
• Participates in disciplinary meetings and investigations.

Skills

Employee relations

HR policy compliance

Change management

MS Office

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's in HR or related field

SHRM-CP or PHR (preferred)

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Position Description and Purpose

Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world-renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products. We’re a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose-driven leadership to generate value for all. And we’re on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners. Roskam Foods produces and packages food products with the goal of consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations for quality, safety, and wholesomeness.

Key Essential Functions/Duties

• Discovers continuous improvement opportunities and takes the initiative to drive incremental changes in HR processes and systems.
• Acts as a change agent.
• Ensures employees at all levels are treated fairly in compliance with company, state and federal policies, regulations, and laws.
• Partners with leaders and HR management regarding compliance with all applicable state and federal employment regulations, Human Resources policies, and best practices.
• Supports leaders to achieve business unit and department goals.
• Partners with other members of the HR Team and Centers of Excellence teams as needed.
• Project team member and implementor for HR initiatives.
• Spends significant time in the production areas offering hands–on support.
• Partners with plant safety team to enforce safe policy and procedures.
• Executes human resource programs including but not limited to disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handles employment‒related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring to complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skills/Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field experience required. At least one year of human resources and employee relations experience is preferred. Experience in a union environment is strongly preferred. Previous manufacturing HR experience preferred. Experience handling highly confidential and sensitive information. Ability to interact with all levels of employees and be perceived as an approachable and knowledgeable resource. Bi–lingual preferred. Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. SHRM–CP or PHR certification preferred.

Compensation

Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, life and disability insurance, and a 401 (k) plan with company match.

AAP/EEO Statement

Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran-friendly and equal opportunity employer. We are excited to introduce you to all that Roskam has to offer—from the many valuable benefits to programs that support your lifestyle needs and opportunities for professional development. Roskam is an equal opportunity employer. At Roskam, we’re like family. We rely on the exceptional strengths, collective imagination, and tireless energy of our team members to please our customers. We are committed to creating and sustaining an environment that encourages many backgrounds and cultures where the contributions of all stakeholders are valued and respected. We invite you to start your career path here, through a variety of opportunities tailored to engage and inspire.