Central Garden & Pet · 3 days ago
HR Generalist
Greenfield, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expCentral Garden & Pet is a company dedicated to nurturing happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. They are seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support various business units, focusing on recruitment, employee relations, and compliance with labor laws.
Home and GardenPet
Hiring Manager
Mona Jain
Responsibilities
Manage site activities including staffing, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and training
Manage recruiting and selection activities for the location. Develop position descriptions, job requisitions, postings, and offer letters, as well as coordinating onboarding for all positions
Provide leadership in employee relations, resolve conflicts, foster open communication and a positive work environment
Create a culture of respect by building strong relationships with employees at all levels of the organization
Partner with supervisory personnel to enhance their coaching and employee development skills; ensure fair and equitable employee treatment relating to disciplinary actions
Assist in managing workers' compensation claims and related issues
Create, maintain, support employee engagement programs including company events, employee participation, and programs to recognize and reward employees
Work with temporary staffing agencies and serve as the liaison between the agency and management to ensure positions are filled efficiently and effectively
Facilitate training modules to enhance the skill level of the workforce and ensure compliance
Manage site HR metrics, such as turnover rates, absenteeism, and retention. Use data to identify trends and make informed decisions to improve HR processes and outcomes
Supervise for effective performance appraisals and career development at this location
Ensure policies and processes are applied fairly and consistently
Ensure compliance with various governmental laws and regulations, including OSHA, EEOC, Safety and Health, Environmental, Employment and Hours, Sarbanes-Oxley, Staffing, Workers' Compensation, and Harassment
Represent the company in unemployment matters, including responding to correspondence and attending hearings as needed
Projects and initiatives as needed by HR and business
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in HR or related field
3+ years HR generalist experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment
Demonstrated leadership, drive, and ability to effectively resolve issues
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong computer skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and HRIS (Dayforce preferred)
Demonstrated ability to effectively meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks from multiple sources and work with minimal supervision
Ability to work with diverse internal and external customers at all levels
Strong knowledge of MO State and Federal employment laws
Preferred
PHR certification preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts on pet supplies, cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
Referral Program with a cash bonus
Access to thousands of free online courses
Access to on-demand pay
Paid parental leave
Company
Central Garden & Pet
Central Garden & Pet is a market leader in the Garden and Pet industries.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1993-07-15IPO
Leadership Team
Beth Springer
Lead Independent Director, Board and Former Interim CEO
Niko Lahanas
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-12-16
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2025-12-16
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