People & Culture Generalist

Oregon Freeze Dry, Inc.; Town of Rush (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

FSA or HSA

401(k) with match

Life and disability

Pet insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Community involvement

Employee discounts

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Oregon Freeze Dry, Inc. is seeking a People & Culture Generalist to provide onsite HR support at our Henrietta plant in Rush, NY. This full-time role partners with leaders to drive employee engagement, onboarding, leaves, and compliance.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years HR experience, a Bachelor's in HR or related field, and HR certifications. Proficiency with ADP and MS Office is a plus, along with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years HR experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or related field.
• HR Certifications preferred.
• Knowledge of HR best practices, employee relations, and performance management.
• Leave management and policy development experience preferred.
• Ability to foster partnerships across departments.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Confidentiality and professionalism in sensitive matters.
• Strong analytical skills with trend analysis.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• HRIS configurations, reporting; ADP experience preferred.
• MS Office proficiency.
• Support a three-shift manufacturing operation schedule.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to support employee engagement, retention, and employee experience initiatives.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding activities for a seamless employee experience.
• Support employee relations with the Operations Business Partner.
• Support talent acquisition through requisition management, sourcing, and recruitment coordination.
• Assist benefits administration including enrollments, vendor coordination, and billing reconciliation.
• Help administer a compliant leave of absence program and related policy compliance.
• Provide data and reporting to deliver actionable insights for leave management.
• Lead HR department initiatives to meet compliance reporting requirements.
• Maintain and digitize employee documents for secure recordkeeping.
• Lead cross-functional projects to streamline HR processes.
• Demonstrate reliable full-time attendance.
• Represent the company professionally with internal/external partners.
• Embed OFD values in daily actions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

HR Certifications preferred

Tools

ADP

MS Office

Job description

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People & Culture Generalist

Full Time Regular Rush, NY, US

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

Are you ready for your next adventure?
At Oregon Freeze Dry, innovation isn't just a buzzword, it's our foundation. We are a purpose-driven company with six decades of expertise in freeze-drying technology. Best known as the makers of Mountain House® meals, we are experts in advanced lyophilization solutions, delivering products trusted by consumers for their quality, reliability, and performance while also providing mission-critical solutions that support the warfighter, strengthen national readiness, and ensure reliable nutrition when performance matters most.

TheHR Generalistplays a pivotal role in shaping the employee experience at Oregon Freeze Dry (OFD). Focused on providing onsite support for our Henrietta plant, this role provides day-to-day operational HR support while also supporting broader People & Culture initiatives across the organization.

You will get to:

• Partner with leaders to support employee engagement, retention, and employee experience initiatives that foster a positive workplace culture.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding activities, ensuring a seamless employee experience.
• Support employee relations matters in partnership with the Operations Business Partner, ensuring effective resolution while maintaining compliance and minimizing organizational risk.
• Support talent acquisition activities through requisition management, candidate sourcing, recruitment process coordination, and the development of community partnerships to strengthen talent pipelines.
• Support benefits administration, including employee enrollments, vendor coordination, and benefits billing reconciliation.
• Partner with the leave management vendor to help administer a compliant leave of absence program, ensuring alignment with company policies and legal requirements while supporting a positive employee experience.
• Provide data and reporting to deliver actionable insights that improve leave management processes.
• Lead HR department initiatives to meet state and federal compliance requirements and ensure timely and accurate submission of all required compliance reports.
• Ensure employee documents are accurately maintained and digitized, supporting efficient, secure, and organized recordkeeping.
• Lead cross-functional projects to streamline HR processes through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance on a full‑time basis.
• Exhibit professional behavior with internal and external business associates, representing the company positively and in alignment with policies and practices.
• Embody OFD’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department and company culture.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Generally, a minimum of three (3) years of progressive HR experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, business or a related field.
• Human Resources Certifications highly preferred.
• Knowledge of HR best practices, employee relations, and performance management.
• Experience in leave management and policy development highly preferred.
• Ability to foster strong business partnerships and collaborate effectively across departments.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism while handling sensitive employee matters.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and provide actionable recommendations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize workload.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in HRIS configurations, reporting, and data analysis; ADP experience highly preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to support a three-shift manufacturing operation, with the flexibility to meet the unique needs of a non-traditional workforce schedule.

Thriving together: Your OFD Total Rewards and Benefits:
At Oregon Freeze Dry, we believe that our employees are the key to our success. That’s why we offer a competitive total rewards package aimed at supporting the health, financial security, and overall wellbeing of you and your family.

• Customize your healthcare coverage: including medical, dental, and vision options to fit your needs.
• Boost your savings: Choose an FSA or HSA for extra flexibility.
• Plan for your future: enroll into our 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting.
• Peace of mind: Life and disability insurance to keep you and your loved ones protected.
• Furry friends: Pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Recharge & Refresh: Enjoy paid company holidays, PTO and sick time
• Give back: join us in making a difference with community support opportunities.
• Score savings: Unlock exclusive employee discounts and special savings on Mountain House product.
• Spread the word: Earn bonuses for referring awesome new team members.

Oregon Freeze Dry is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We value diversity and are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees.Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.