Human Resources Generalist

About Us

At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health.

Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.

Our people are the key ingredient to our success. We offer a collaborative, innovative environment where you can grow your career and make an impact on global food and health solutions.

We provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package
, including:

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
• Work Flexibility
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization
• Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support

Responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of human resources and administration of the human resources policies, procedures, and programs.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND

EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Associates degree in related field of study
• 2 or more years’ experience working in human resources
• Minimum of 1 year experience with full cycle recruiting

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field of study
• 3 years' experience working in human resources
• 2+ years' experience with full cycle recruiting

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate, receive, and transfer written and oral information effectively
• Ability to work under stressful conditions
• Proficient skills with Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to pay attention to details and demonstrate organization skills
• Effective communication skills with ability to prioritize and execute time sensitive tasks
• Ability to work independently with little to no direction and take initiative within scope of work responsibilities
• Ability to prioritize work, multi-task, and adapt to change
• Knowledge and understanding of state, federal, local employment laws, and NC workers compensation laws
• Experience working with HRMS with UKG experience a plus

WORKING CONDITIONS: Typical office environment working inside a controlled temperature environment. Occasional work required outside. This position may perform activities in an environment that contains hazardous elements and requires safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines. Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members. All safety procedures, procedures described in SOPs, BPRs, and support the compliance of applicable ISO standards in all functional areas must be followed, enforced, and complied with.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Position requires the ability to sit for a minimum of 6 hours per day; stand, walk, bend over, and reach above head less than an hour a day; lifting and/or carrying of 50 pounds occasionally and repetitive use of hands/arms for writing and computer work.

• Facilitate recruitment efforts for vacant positions including meeting with hiring managers to determine need, external job postings, and attending job fairs, if applicable
• Onboarding of new hires to include scheduling of pre-employment screenings such as physicals, drug testing, background checks, and new hire paperwork
• Process employee paperwork in HRIS system for new hires and other job or benefit changes
• Coordinate and facilitate new hire orientation bi-weekly or as needed to meet recruitment needs
• Coordinate employee payroll related data for bi-weekly payroll
• Conduct six (6) month on-boarding review meetings with employees
• Manage and facilitate employee uniform program and vendor…