HR Specialist

Butterball, LLC, one of America’s most iconic brands, helps consumers celebrate Thanksgiving and every day in between. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our goal is to provide a diverse array of career opportunities and paths which include our farms, processing facilities and support offices. We are the largest producer of turkey products in the U.S., and we make a lot more than Thanksgiving turkeys. Our company’s measurable growth is in no small part due to our team members in North Carolina, Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri, who each have a seat at the table to contribute to our success

Job Summary: 

The Human Resources (HR) Specialist plays a central role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the Human Resources department. This position is responsible for various HR tasks and functions that support the corporate employee workforce, from recruitment efforts, new hire onboarding processes, maintaining employee records, assisting with HR policies and compliance procedures. The HR Specialist acts as a pivotal link between the HR team, employees, and management, guaranteeing the seamless execution of HR processes and providing the necessary support, all while nurturing a positive work environment. 

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Maintains and updates HR records, HR databases, and employee personnel files to ensure full compliance with regulations.
• Processes employee changes, including legal name changes, updating addresses, contact information, promotions, transfers, organizational changes, and terminations within the human resources information system (HRIS).
• Oversees the onboarding process for corporate new hires by facilitating new employee orientation, completion of the Form I-9, creates employee badges, and coordinates the first day schedule with the hiring manager to ensure a positive new employee experience.
• Collaborates with and supports the Talent Acquisition team by coordinating corporate interview panels and serves as the HR representative extending a warm welcome to candidates interviewing on site.
• Administers employee engagement efforts such as new hire/promotion announcements, service awards, social events, etc.
• Manages the administrative functions surrounding leaves of absences and workplace accommodations, including the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), American Disability Act (ADA)/ Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment (ADAAA), and Personal Leave of Absence (PLOA).
• Facilitates employee separation procedures by conducting exit interviews and issuing proper documentation during employee departures.
• Provides support for the interpretation and communication of HR policies to employees.
• Addresses general HR inquiries and provides guidance to employees on HR-related matters.
• Routes complex inquiries or issues to the appropriate HR personnel as needed.
• Prepares HR reports and documents for internal and external purposes.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to achieve HR objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Excellent written/verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment in the application of HR best practices, policies, procedures, employment laws, and regulations.
• Tactfully dealing with others in difficult or sensitive situations while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.
• Strong organization and time management skills with ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to cultivate and uphold working relationships with employees at all levels within the organization while delivering the highest level of customer service. 
• Effective in both team-oriented and independent work settings.
• Possess the ability to respond urgently and proactively to address employee matters, questions, and concerns.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Capacity to use forward-thinking approaches in solving problems.
• Thorough knowledge of Human Resources and leave administration best practices.
• Solid understanding of employment laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA, ADEA, EEO, ADA, FMLA).
• Proficient in Microsoft Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.) and HRIS databases. 

Education & Experience:   

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• A minimum of 2-3 years HR experience, with a focus on HR Coordination functions, is required.
• Proficient in HRIS systems such as Workday, PeopleSoft, SAP, or similar. 

Working Conditions:   

• Work is performed in an office environment with telephones, personal computers, and printers. 
• The noise level of the environment is usually moderate.
• Sedentary position with seldom to occasional lifting of less than 25 pounds.
• May require standing less than or equal to 1/3 of the day.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% of the time. 

 

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified.  Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.  

 

Butterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. Butterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.

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