Human Relations Generalist

Join to apply for the Human Relations Generalist role at Bimbo Bakeries USA
.

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold®, Brownberry®, or Oroweat® bread, a Thomas® English muffin or bagel, or a Sara Lee®, Entenmann’s®, or Marinela® cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA! More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal.

In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.

Come join the largest baking company in the world and our family of 20,000 associates nationwide!

• Salary Range: $81,700 - $106,200
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• 401(k) & Company Match

The Human Relations Generalist (HRG) is a Champion of People, Diversity and Inclusion. The HRG supports the bakery, bakery leadership, local leadership and hourly associates on three shifts. The HRG is responsible for the HR function providing best‑in‑class services that facilitate greater effectiveness throughout the bakery. HRGs have strong labor relations, proven HRG skills that engage the business, and an ability to influence leadership and link business objectives back to organizational effectiveness.

• This position requires travel. The HRG is responsible for the HR functions in multiple plants or locations.
• Act as a Change Agent and Business Partner to Plant Managers, owning all initiatives related to the Human Relations Function.
• Assist in headcount management, turnover, exit interviews, and HR invoice processing; maintain current job descriptions with management.
• Conduct new associate orientation and other HR related training programs such as DSDE, 2020 GB Leader, Diversity and Inclusion, Labor Relations, and Respect in the Workplace; facilitate new hire safety orientation and additional training needs assessments.
• Administer the annual Benefits Open Enrollment Process, Safety Perception survey, Pulse quarterly survey, and respond promptly to associate HR inquiries.
• Assist HR Manager in developing and implementing effective associate relations programs and administering rewards & recognition.
• Act as the HR point of contact to support recruiting for salaried and hourly positions managed through the Centers of Excellence; deliver an effective onboarding program aligned with corporate and local requirements.
• Create, deliver, and manage an annual hourly staffing plan and handle the full recruitment life cycle for key talent.
• Own and drive associate profile management, goal setting, development plans, midyear reviews, annual goal evaluation, and succession planning.
• Provide HR/Organization Consulting: live, engage, and coach others on the E4 Behaviors; facilitate change management and organizational consulting to support Manufacturing Transformation goals.
• Support performance management together with people managers, determining staffing, hiring, safety, and attendance actions; lead the annual merit and performance reviews.
• Administer and interpret company Policies and CBAs, assist in personnel and employment law compliance investigations, grievances, and hearings.
• Support Manufacturing Transformation as an HR Business Partner.
• Manage monthly HRIS audits and requisitions; create and report HR metrics, identify trends, and recommend improvements.
• Assist and support all HR activities and other duties as needed.
• Work primarily as an individual contributor, partnering effectively with direction.

• Bachelor’s Degree in business or related field preferred.
• 3+ years progressive human resource generalist experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates competency to perform the work may be substituted.
• Labor Relations experience is highly desired.
• Demonstrated ability to be coachable and trainable for cross‑training/development within the HR function in preparation for future progression.
• Proficient with…