Bimbo Bakeries USA · 14 hours ago
Human Resources Generalist
San Luis Obispo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$87K/yr - $106K/yr
3+ years expBimbo Bakeries USA is the largest baking company in the world, employing over 20,000 associates. The Human Resources Generalist will serve as a champion of people, diversity, and inclusion, responsible for providing HR functions across multiple plants, facilitating effective HR services, and supporting leadership and associates in achieving organizational goals.
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Responsibilities
This position requires travel. The HRG is responsible for the HR functions in multiple plants or locations
Human Relations Generalist –HRG is a Change Agent and a Business Partner to their Plant Managers. As an HR Professional, the HRG is responsible for the ownership of all initiatives for the plants that are related to the Human Relations Function
Administration: Assist in managing headcount, turnover, exit interviews, and HR invoice processing. Maintain current job descriptions as positions evolve with management regarding staffing and organizational needs
Associate Learning & Development: Conduct new associate orientation sessions 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 training and additional training needs assessments as needed by the plants
Associate Programs: Administering the annual Benefits Open Enrollment Process, Safety Perception survey, Pulse quarterly survey, etc. and answering and responding timely to associates HR inquires
Associate Relations: Assisting HR Manager with developing and implementing effective positive associate relations programs and administration of rewards & recognition
Centralized recruiting: Act as the HR point of contact in the bakery to support the recruiting for salaried and hourly positions managed through through the Centers of Excellence. Maintain, deliver and continuously improve an effective on-boarding program for new hires aligned with corporate and local requirements driving retention of top talent
Talent Acquisition: Create, deliver and manage an annual hourly staffing plan. Manage the pipeline of key talent for BBU by managing open positions through the full recruitment life cycle for hourly level positions and salaried positions within the facilities. In the absence of the HR Manager, required to interview all salaried candidates. Responsible for compliance management for the recruitment files (e.g., resumes, interview notes, calibration and selection process)
Talent Management: Own and drive the process for the plants in regards to associate profiles, goal setting, development plans, midyear reviews, annual goal evaluation and succession planning
HR/Organization Consulting: Required to live, engage in, and coach others on the E4 Behaviors. Change management facilitation and organizational consulting with all levels of associates supporting our Manufacturing Transformation goals. Manage the maintenance of HR files and I-9’s for compliance
Performance Management: Transparent partner by working with the people managers to determine appropriate course of action with regard to staffing, hiring, performance management, safety and/or attendance concerns. Partner as a coach with salaried leaders and participate in hourly meetings with supervisors and associates. Lead the process and communication for annual merit and performance reviews
Policy Management: Administer and interpret company Policies and CBA’s representing the organization (and/or assisting the HR Manager) in personnel and employment law compliance related investigations, grievances and hearings, etc
Standard Leader Work: HR Business Partner supporting Manufacturing Transformation
Systems: Manage monthly HRIS audits and Requisitions. Create and report out on HR metrics identifying key trends and the ability to recommend improvements
Assist and support all HR activities/other duties as needed
Partners effectively with direction; works primarily as an individual contributor
Qualification
Required
A combination of education, training and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in a fast paced environment with strong prioritization skills
Demonstrated multi-tasking and project management skills
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
Ability to be resourceful, demonstrate business acumen, creative thinking skills and be able to act as a decision maker
Preferred
Bachelor Degree in business or related field
3+ years progressive human resource generalist experience in a manufacturing environment
Labor Relations experience is highly desired
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Annual Bonus Eligibility
401k & Company Match
Company
Bimbo Bakeries USA
Have you ever started your morning with a Thomas’® English muffin or bagel? Or bitten into the perfect slice of Sara Lee® bread? Do you break open a fresh box of Entenmann’s® donuts at family gatherings? If so, you’re already a fan of Bimbo Bakeries USA – the powerhouse behind these iconic brands! Bimbo Bakeries USA is part of Grupo Bimbo, the world’s largest baking company with operations in 35 countries.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.25B2024-01-04Debt Financing· $1.25B
Leadership Team
Steve Mollick
Vice President - CFO
Anthony Miceli
Business Partner Relations Specialist
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