The Freeman Corporation ยท 9 hours ago
BILINGUAL HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST - FULL TIME
Winchester, Kentucky, Winchester, KY, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelThe Freeman Corporation is a 100+ year-old family-owned wood veneer manufacturer based in Winchester, KY. They are seeking a Bilingual HR Generalist to serve as a vital communication link and administrative resource for their workforce, bridging the language gap for Spanish-speaking employees and ensuring integration into safety culture and HR processes.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Assist with daily HR administrative tasks, including new employee on-boarding, document filing, payroll support, and assisting Spanish-only employees with benefits or payroll inquiries
Act as liaison between management and workforce to ensure that employee concerns are heard and addressed properly
Manage recruitment full-cycle recruitment for production and maintenance roles from posting job ads to conducting interviews
Assist the EHS Manager in delivering safety training programs (e.g., Lockout/Tag-out, Fall Protection, Forklift Operation) to Spanish-speaking employees to ensure full comprehension of hazards and protocols
Document, maintain and update safety performance logs to track progress and identify areas for improvement
Provide real-time Spanish/English interpretation for safety meetings, incident investigations, and maintenance work order instructions to prevent miscommunication on the shop floor. Will also translate employee communication documents as needed
Occasionally assist maintenance and production teams in tracking and documenting key KPIs and equipment repair lists
Support the EHS Manager during regular inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure employees are utilizing adequate Personal Protective Equipment
Help manage and translate regulatory reporting and safety documentation, such as training logs and incident reports
Work collaboratively with various managers and departments to help drive a proactive safety and company culture through clear communication and by acting as a trusted point of contact for all employees in order to make The Freeman Corporation an excellent place to work
Qualification
Required
Fluent in both English and Spanish (written and verbal)
Proven experience in an office or industrial administrative role, particularly in Human Resources and/or Safety
Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to convey technical safety information clearly
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
High level of accuracy in grading information, filing, and reporting
Preferred
Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Familiarity with basic OSHA regulations or workplace safety standards
A self-starter who can make good judgment calls when balancing tasks from multiple departments
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and referral program
Company
The Freeman Corporation
Freeman produces more diversified products than any veneer mill in North America.
Founded in 1914
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
George Freeman
CEO
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