Bonduelle Americas · 5 days ago
Employee Relations Specialist
Swedesboro, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$74K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expBonduelle Americas is on a mission to promote plant-rich eating and is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to enhance workplace conduct and compliance at their New Jersey plant facility. This role involves managing employee relations cases, ensuring policy compliance, coaching managers, and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingPlant-Based FoodsSales
Hiring Manager
Kristen (Huber) Scaringelli
Responsibilities
Lead investigations and resolution of complex employee issues, including grievances, misconduct, performance concerns, and policy violations in the Northeast Growth Hub
Provide guidance to managers on disciplinary actions, documentation, and progressive performance management
Maintain detailed and confidential case documentation and ensure appropriate closure and follow-up actions
Partner with Legal or external advisors as needed for sensitive or high-risk cases
Interpret and apply employment laws and company policies consistently
Partner with HRLT to review and update HR policies, handbooks, and procedures to ensure compliance with local legislation and best practice
Monitor ER trends and risks, proactively identifying areas for manager training or policy improvement
Support internal audits and compliance reporting related to employee conduct and workplace culture
Advise leaders on handling complex people issues, conflict resolution, and communication best practices
Partner with the HR Generalist to upskill managers in conducting performance discussions and managing attendance or behavior concerns
Provide coaching to managers to improve workplace relationships and promote fair, transparent practices
Collaborate with the HR Generalist to identify employee engagement issues emerging from ER trends
Support initiatives that foster inclusion, trust, and accountability across teams
Collaborate with the HR Data Specialist and HR Generalist to analyze ER metrics (e.g., turnover, grievances, absenteeism, round table / exit/ new hire survey data) and share actionable insights
Prepare ER summaries and reports for HR leadership and management reviews
Track outcomes and recommend strategies to mitigate employee relations risks
Partner with the HR Generalist to ensure alignment between ER policies and HR operations (e.g., attendance, performance, or leave issues)
Work with the HR Data Specialist to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of ER activities
Support HR projects and initiatives that impact workplace culture or compliance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or related field
5+ years of HR experience, with at least 2 years specializing in employee relations or HR compliance
Experience managing full cycle investigations and complaints at all levels of the organization from frontline to executive
Strong knowledge of labor laws, workplace investigations, and HR best practices
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment
Must be able to support physically in the New Jersey Plant location
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
401(k) retirement savings plan with diverse investment choices
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs
Employee discounts, wellness initiatives, and company-sponsored events
Company
Bonduelle Americas
Bonduelle Americas is a certified B Corp inviting people to embrace a flexitarian lifestyle with an expanding portfolio of plant-rich products available in and beyond the produce aisle.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrea G. Montagna
Chief Executive Officer
Brian Chowsangrat, PHR
Human Resources Business Partner
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