HR Generalist - Milk Plant

HR Generalist

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who's not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that's constantly evolving.

The position will be based in Tempe, Arizona.

Main responsibilities:

As an HR Generalist, you will provide support in all aspects of human resources, ensuring a smooth and efficient work environment for employees and leadership.

Partner with all levels of management and employees to communicate various HR objectives and procedures in compliance with company policy and employment law.

Interpret, communicate and ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures and federal and state-specific employment laws.

Act as a first point of contact for management and provide appropriate support and guidance in regard to employee/labor relations issues, inquiries and complaints. Investigate employment, grievance, EEO and/or ADA related issues. Draft investigative reports, report findings and respond appropriately in partnership with legal counsel and management.

Provide proactive and reactive consultation and coaching on employee/labor relations issues to include assisting managers with the implementation of performance reviews, leadership bench/succession planning, progressive discipline and performance management plans.

Administer and advise client groups on all needs related to leave and ADA administration to ensure Federal and state-specific compliance.

Manage the applicant process, including but not limited to: source and identify candidates, review and screen resumes, and interview candidates at all levels including management roles.

Build strong business partnerships with Hiring Managers by developing effective recruiting strategies.

Effectively manage applicants through applicant tracking system from application to onboarding.

Work with business groups to manage compensation needs. Ensure competitive compensation for retention, manage the merit review process for designated business groups, administer pyramid reviews and other processes; administer performance evaluation process for exempt and non-exempt.

Support for all benefit related questions and issues; consult business groups on benefit impacts through employee leaves.

Coordinate with training department to support training and development for assigned client groups. Facilitate training as needed in the areas of management & overall associate development, diversity, harassment, new hire orientations, and performance management.

Under direction of the Sr. HR Manager, consult clients on changing organizational needs; participate in developing and conducting reorganizations to maximize the effective use of resources and minimize adverse impact and risk. Assist management in communicating restructures to team members.

Process and manage all organizational changes and movements through PeopleSoft and conduct data audits to ensure accuracy.

Supports department and company-wide special projects and additional responsibilities as they present themselves.

Cultivate a positive, engaging and innovative work environment by providing HR support to multiple clients in various geographic regions.

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

We believe the successful candidate has these qualifications and experience:

Degree in business, human resources or related field equivalent work experience.

Master's degree beneficial.

HRCI and/or SHRM Certification a plus.

HR generalist experience with an emphasis on training, management coaching, employee relations, conflict resolution, and management/organizational development preferred.

Proven ability to solve problems and generate viable solutions using creativity, innovation, sound judgment and sound decision making.

Must be approachable and effective with the ability to influence change across all levels of the organization.

Strong conflict management/resolution skills.

Strong interpersonal skills.

High degree of initiative; proven team player, excellent customer service skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize duties.

HR recruiting experience to include positions at management level.

Online recruiting software experience preferred.

Must be able to manage confidential information.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, but also sensitive to situations where information must be shared on a "need to know" basis.

Strong knowledge of related federal and state employment laws and regulations including ADA, FMLA, CFRA, PDL, PFL and workers' compensation.

Proficient computer skills including PeopleSoft and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Travel requirements:

Frequent travel between plants located in Tempe, AZ and Phoenix, AZ expected.

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

Competitive wages paid weekly

Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream

Associate discounts

Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)

Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits

Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development

An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve