Dutch Farms

HR Generalist

Dutch Farms  •  $60k - $70k/yr  •  Chicago, IL (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

The Human Resource Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering benefits and leave, weekly payroll administration, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
  • Implements new hire orientation programs for all departments.
  • Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to payroll, compensation, benefit and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
  • Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
  • Participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
  • Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
  • Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems including Paycor.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
  • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
  • Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
  • 5-7 years of human resources experience preferred.
  • SHRM-CP or HRCI-PHR a plus.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
  • Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, and inclusive company culture. Pay range from $60,000 - $70,000

Key Words: Human Resource, HR, Generalist, HRG, Human Resources

Dutch Farms is equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law

Dutch Farms

About Dutch Farms

Dutch Farms was founded in 1987 by brothers Brian & Bruce Boomsma, who were the 3rd generation in a family with a long history in the egg and dairy busines. Dutch Farms operates out in Chicago, Illinois and supplies egg and dairy items across the U.S. and into many countries around the world. WIth over 300 items in the Dutch Farms brand family, including many egg items as well as several different catetgories in the dairy family, and now branching out into other perishable categories, Dutch Farms has rapidly increased it's sales in several different markets across the United States including reaching a high point in 2009 as the #2 ranked cheese brand in the Chicago market. With distribution across over 40 states and 15+ countries around the world, Dutch Farms is continually growing and expanding it's reach to consumers looking for name brand quailty at great prices.

For any further inquiries into Dutch Farms or what it's brand can offer you, please visit our website at www.dutchfarms.com or feel free to contact Joel Boomsma at jboomsma@dutchfarms.com

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Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Year Founded
1987
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