Plant Human Resources Generalist

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now YOUR OPPORTUNITYOur team members receive industry-competitive salaries and are eligible for great benefits packages:
Competitive PayAnnual Bonus Earning PotentialComprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and MoreEducation benefit available to full and part time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment.*Program eligibilities apply
The Human Resources Generalist partners with Smithfield's HR Field Operations leadership team and business partners, supporting a wide range of HR specialties in the field operations' space, including the organization and analysis of metrics, assisting with project management of several HR initiatives, participation and/or leading continuous improvement programs that help clarify/align the field HR community and provides overall support for the HR field operation team's initiatives, goals and objectives.
This role will be an integral member of the HR team, focused on helping the field HR team be great business partners, help make great business decisions and ensures the team remains focused on positively impacting the people experience through cultural alignment, succession planning and project management support for a variety of strategic and administrative initiatives.CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows: Assist the site HR leader in strategically driving the success of the HR department.Maintain a positive labor/employee relations environment for the affected business unit. Facilitate workplace investigations or other inquiries (under guidance of the site HR leader) arising out of needs expressed by employees and/or manifestation of policy or rule infraction(s).Ensures hourly production employee retention for the business unit is maintained at an acceptable level. This may also include data entry into the time/attendance keeping system and management of job/vacation bid processes.Effectively communicates and demonstrates Smithfield's ROI guiding principles (Responsibility, Operational Excellence and Innovation)Collects and analyzes HR data and makes recommendations to the site HR leader on facility workforce planning, conducts orientation and supports OJT training initiatives.Assists in the maintenance of the development and ongoing execution of the location's DE&I initiatives, Affirmative Action Plan and maintains a positive employee relations environment.Provides necessary resources to empower employees with the knowledge and materials needed (FMLA, LOA, ADA, Workday resources, etc.)May assist the site HR leader in providing position and performance guidance based upon human resources policies and procedures including the collective bargaining agreements. Including but not limited to grievance meetings, records entry/management, employee inquiries, community relations activities, temporary staffing services and invoice management.Provide direction/leadership to junior staff in servicing employee needs and performing the overall Human Resources & employment functions for the business unit, as needed.Actively listens and provides constructive feedback, recognition, and gratitude.Serves as a visible business partner, regularly visits the production floor to engage employees at all levels, relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.Assists in the preparation and oversight of all HR-related compliance audits including SMETA/SWA.Maintains the Human Resource Information System records and compiles reports from database.Responsible for partnering with Talent Acquisition to create and manage requisition creations and maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.Assists with various activities such as job fairs, training and development workshops, labor relations, and payroll processing.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions .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.Knowledge of employment law practices.Experience in administration of benefits, compensation, and other programs.Knowledge and use of commonly used HRIS such as Workday, payroll/timekeeping systems and Microsoft Office Suite.Previous Workday/HCM system experience preferred.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.Bilingual in Spanish or another language, preferred.Demonstrated ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.Must be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.Your OpportunityOur team members receive industry-competitive salaries and are eligible for great benefits packages:
Competitive PayAnnual Bonus Earning PotentialEarn up to 30% additional pay weekly with our Extended Work Week Compensation Program*Earn up to 10% additional pay weekly for 2nd and 3rd shift positions*Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and MoreEducation benefit available to full and part time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment.*Program eligibilities apply
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In Operations, you would be on the front-line of the business; overseeing production, tracking product yields, and making necessary adjustments. Ensuring that safety and USDA health standards are met throughout all steps of the manufacturing process. You would be a key player in upholding the trusted quality in which Smithfield, Eckrich, Nathan's Famous, and our other brands are known to possess.
This position supervises production employees on assigned shifts to ensure production guidelines are being met within established timing, quality, and cost standards. Trains, directs, coaches and leads the production team in the day-to-day operations to meet production, safety and quality requirements. Drives the communication of production goals and objectives, as well as results in order to effectively motivate the team to maintain a high standard of product quality while maximizing plant efficiencies. Directs the routine maintenance and set up of machines, equipment, and facilities. Core ResponsibilitiesPerforms daily walks and visual inspections of the Production floor in observation of unsafe acts or conditions; takes immediate corrective action where necessary.Maintains safety/environmental self-audits & visual checks, champions all safety or ergonomic activities for the department and helps to develop and meet plant safety goals.Maintain desired product quality and safety. Ensure all staff and employees know and understand the Food Safety plan and the Food Quality plan.Trains employees to ensure safe operating procedures are followed, including lock-out and tag-out.Adheres to product specification requirements throughout the manufacturing process to maintain the desired product quality results.Maintains adequate knowledge of products and equipment to ensure the ability to direct employees to perform the job properly.Ensures tasks are completed in accordance with HACCP and USDA regulations; taking corrective action when necessary.Walks the production floor daily and holds monthly line meetings to address questions and concerns.Maintain or exceed goals on yields and efficiencies.Works with the Operations Managers and/or Superintendents/Supervisors to maintain knowledge of yields and variances, methods of calculations, typical problem areas and methods for corrections and improvement.Suggests changes in work flow processes and use of equipment to increase efficiency of the department and/or production crew to maintain the lowest level of downtime and product costs possible.Traces and analyzes key product result measures for improvement opportunities. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project.Knowledge of SAP, Internet, Spreadsheet, Word and Order processing, and Inventory software, preferred.Previous food processing experience, supervisory experience, manufacturing knowledge and understanding of yields, plant efficiencies, and operations procedures, preferred.Bilingual a plus - Excellent oral and written communication skills.Able to lead problem solving and troubleshooting efforts associated with high-level process issues.Strong problem solving, math, and analytical skills.Ability motivate, train and coach employees to encourage optimum performance and engagement.Good planning and priority setting skills.Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.Ability to work in varying production environments (heat and cold).May be required to work long hours and weekends.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesProvides leadership and guidance to employees on the Production Floor.Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and assisting in providing appropriate resolutions.Work Environment & Physical DemandsThe work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.IndSPR-OpsEEO/AA InformationSmithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.