HR Generalist

Quality, Service, Collaboration, Courage. Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Are you interested in making a difference in your community and the world? Are you looking for a place where you can grow and learn in a diverse, community‑minded culture? If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day.

The Human Resource Generalist's primary responsibility is to support the Human Resource function in some or all of the following areas: employee relations, training, Continuous Improvement, employment, recruitment and onboarding, benefits administration, and leave administration for assigned departments.

• Must have proficient computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Prior work experience and knowledge of HR principles, employment laws, employee relations, and HRIS.
• Must be able to flex hours to support off‑shift work environment.

• Completion of a bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field and at least 1 year of related work experience.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment preferred.

• Provide effective, responsive, and dedicated Human Resources customer service to employees' and management's inquiries and concerns in relation to absence and health issues, conduct and capability, grievance matters, organizational change, and all other employee‑relations matters. Understanding the sensitivity and complex nature of such inquiries.
• Provide effective guidance and coaching to managers/supervisors, relating to employee concerns, problems, and disciplinary action in compliance with company policies. Investigate, counsel, and assist in resolving disputes.
• Provide HR support to operations safety programs, initiatives, and processes including return to work and coordination of workers compensation programs as needed.
• Work within HRIS system and employee personnel files to maintain accurate employee records. Handle/oversee ongoing Human Resource administration/paperwork.
• Facilitate GRAM's FMLA and other leave programs to ensure eligibility; monitor employee use of time and communicate with employees and management regarding use of time.
• Ensure compliance with USCIS Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification, including eVerify; periodically audit Forms I‑9. Complete governmental and other surveys as needed.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws. Meet governmental record‑keeping and reporting requirements, including but not limited to Affirmative Action.
• Assist with employee recognition and engagement programs, communication tools and special events/functions.
• Lead the "Welcome to GRAM" new employee onboarding presentation.
• Lead, participate, and attend administrative staff and cross‑functional meetings.
• Oversee administrative responsibilities of Unemployment, Disability, and Worker's Comp claims; assist in resolving problems and attend unemployment hearings as necessary.

Full job description available during formal interview process.

BENEFITS starting day 1: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying a portion of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off‑shift premiums!

Paid VOLUNTEERISM starting day 1: GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year!

PTO: Full‑time employees accrue up to 13 days of time off per calendar year.
You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs!

WELLNESS TIME OFF: Employees earn 1 hour of time off for every 30 hours worked to use as they choose.

PAID HOLIDAYS: We offer 10 paid holidays per calendar year with immediate eligibility!

PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process.

If you meet the required criteria listed above, GRAM welcomes you to apply today!