Smithfield Foods · 6 hours ago
Human Resources Generalist
Cudahy, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expSmithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. They are seeking a Human Resources Generalist to create a positive workplace, drive retention efforts, support labor relations, and ensure compliant HR operations.
Food and BeverageHospitality
Responsibilities
You will foster a positive labor and employee relations environment, while facilitating workplace investigations or other inquiries under the guidance of the site HR leader
You'll play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the location’s HR initiatives, promoting a culture of trust and engagement
You will actively listen, provide constructive feedback, recognition, and gratitude, and serve as a visible business partner by regularly visiting the production floor to engage employees at all levels, relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people
You will collaborate with the plant management team to help ensure that hourly production employee retention is maintained at an acceptable level, in line with HR metrics and goals
You may complete data entry and review of the time and attendance system and manage job/vacation bid processes
You will assist with job fairs, training and development workshops, new hire onboarding, labor relations, and payroll processing
You will partner with Talent Acquisition to create and manage job requisitions, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations
You will effectively communicate and demonstrate Smithfield's ROI guiding principles (Responsibility, Operational Excellence, and Innovation) and provide necessary resources to empower employees with the knowledge and materials needed (FMLA, LOA, ADA, Workday Resources, etc.), ensuring they have the tools to succeed
You’ll play a vital role in compliance by assisting with the preparation and oversight of HR-related audits, such as SMETA/SWA, while maintaining accurate records in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
Your attention to detail will help ensure data integrity and compliance with company policies and regulations
You will work with the site HR leader in driving the success of the HR department, offering guidance on HR policies and procedures, including handling labor relation meetings, records management, employee inquiries, community relations, and employee events
Additionally, you will collect and analyze HR data to make recommendations on workforce planning, conduct orientation, and support on-the-job training initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field and 2+ years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required
Solid understanding of employment law practices, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Proven ability to manage sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality and discretion, maintaining trust and professionalism at all times
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information and collaborate effectively across all levels
Preferred
Bilingual in Spanish or another language preferred, to enhance communication and support a diverse workforce
Experience administering benefits, compensation, and other HR programs, with proficiency in HRIS systems such as Workday, payroll, timekeeping systems, and the Microsoft Office Suite
Previous Workday/HCM experience preferred
Company
Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$454.11M2025-09-04Post Ipo Secondary· $454.11M
2025-01-28IPO
2013-05-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Shane Smith
President and Chief Executive Officer
Allyson Bouldon
Vice President, Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer
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