Human Resources Generalist

General PurposeWork under the general direction of a human resources (HR) manager to support HR programs and policies. Administer activities related to, but not limited to, recruiting and staffing, compensation and benefits, training and development, employee relations, affirmative action/equal employment opportunity compliance, and possibly safety or other related areas. Complete personnel transactions and maintain associated records. Develop and maintain effective working relationships and provide excellent customer service when addressing employee and leadership team questions and inquiries. Handle moderately complex issues and problems and refer more complex issues to HR manager.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdminister the recruitment process for non-exempt and/or exempt positionsCoordinate requisitions, internal and external job postings, applicant/candidate correspondence, interview schedules, job descriptions, references, offer letters, drug screens and background checks, requisition closeout, and new employee set-up and on-boardingWork with hiring managers to recruit and select candidates. Review resumes, design competency-based interview questions, conduct phone screens, and assist with in-person interviews. Coach managers on the interview processManage the onboarding process to ensure new employees have an excellent experience of the organization and are set up for short- and long-term successProcess payroll for employees. Understand and apply wage and labor laws to payroll. Maintain payroll records and respond to payroll-related inquiriesProvide employee records administrative support. Process employee status change transactionsAssist in preparing the required EEO/AAP reporting documents. Generate and/or produce scheduled and ad- hoc HR reportsEnsure employees receive appropriate information on benefits enrollment, assist in coordinating onsite wellness initiatives, and field employee benefits questions. Administer required paperwork and coordinate FMLA and STD programsWork with employees on LOA processes and procedures, manage employee leaves including tracking and return- to-work dates, and communicate leave of absence status to leadership team monthlyCoordinate employee communication regarding human resources programs and employee announcements to ensure consistent messaging to the organization; ensure electronic communication boards are updated as needed with local and corporate informationEnsure corporate initiatives are reaching the location, coordinate with the location leadership team, and provide guidance and resources to implement initiatives and activitiesProvide advice, feedback, and resources to managers and employees regarding human resources policies, programs, and procedures to ensure compliance and support with company guidelines, employment law, and company culture. Apply understanding of key legal precedents, policies, and practices to protect the interest of DFA and our employeesPerform learning management system (DairyU) administration including but not limited to managing HRIS data uploads, record keeping, training attendance, course assignments, tracking/completion, running reports for eligibility, and completion and ad hoc reports as needed for management assessments. Maintain proper filing and record keeping of non-electronic training eventsProcess HR related invoices as appropriate (drug screens, background checks, employment agencies, etc.)Maintain highest level of confidentiality related to organizational changes and other sensitive information related to HR job responsibilitiesParticipate in special projects in the areas of performance management, on-boarding, compensation, and training and developmentConduct research on HR best practices. Assist in process development and implementation for a variety of human resources best practicesThe requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required