Human Resources Generalist (On-site)

This position coordinates the administration of policies and personnel systems relating to all phases of human resources activities, in accordance with federal and state regulations, at UGSC (USA) and UG Mexico. Under the general supervision of the Director of HR Shared Services, this position coordinates human resources activities including employment, compensation, payroll, benefits, training, record keeping, safety and employee services by performing the following duties and responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities

• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management while also keeping a positive and welcoming attitude to make sure our employees feel comfortable.
• Coordinates full-cycle recruitment. Administers job posting and drives the interview process to recruit the best possible candidate. Plans and conducts new employee orientation and training to foster clear understanding of policies and garner positive attitude towards the company.
• Supports contract labor onboarding in coordination with Department Managers.
• Supports the annual incentive programs for all employees, sales staff and breeders including administration, training and disbursement.
• Assists in the administration of the benefit program. Maintains records and knowledge of insurance coverage plan to assist employees. Coordinates open enrollments and administers monthly benefit reconciliations.
• Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation. Conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations. Communicates personnel changes to related parties.
• Ensures legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource federal and state requirements.
• Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll as well as payroll changes. Review payroll preview reports for accuracy. Maintain accurate and complete records of all payroll processing. Keep up to date on Federal & State wage and hour laws.
• Coordinate safety activities across the Hollister, Bakersfield and Central Valley sites. Coordinate with workers’ compensation carriers regarding claim management to assist in reducing claim exposure, facilitate and supervise the Transitional Work program.
• Provides and coordinates training in all aspects of health and safety for employees, contractors and management. Includes specialized safety trainings with plant personnel including new employees, CPR/first aid, and regular training as specified in Injury, Illness Prevention Programs (SB 198).
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation. Organizes and files employee personnel records following record retention guidelines. Maintains current office filing system and archived files. Maintains up=to-date job descriptions for all positions/employees.
• Assist with company event planning, which includes ordering meals, ordering rental equipment and grocery store runs.
• Ensures legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource federal and state requirements.
• Performs any other duties assigned.

Educational Level and Focus: Bachelor’s degree in human resources with 2 years’ experience in a similar role; or equivalent/comparable work and educational experience to perform the Job.

Years and Type of Related Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of related human resources experience.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Completes duties with minimal supervision, ability to work under pressure, communicate with all levels of personnel, good listening skills, team player, and patience in explaining sometimes technical information.
• Understand laws and procedures relative to personnel, accurate, strong organization, and prioritizations skills.
• Math, reading and writing skills, computer skills.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn human resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer applications.

Physical Demands: Heavy use of computer, sitting for long periods, occasional lifting up to 30 lbs. Ability to travel up to 15% time.

Work Environment: Office environment with many distractions and moderate to high noise levels. Occasional exposure to plant environment with forklift and pedestrian traffic. Occasional visit to farm and field operations.