HR Specialist

HR Specialist

We are seeking a skilled Human Resources Specialist to join our team at the Kent Dairy Facility.

This role will provide comprehensive HR support to both hourly union and salaried employees while collaborating with supervisory and management teams across various HR functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Relations and Labor Relations


* Partners with HR Manager in conducting investigations and making corrective action recommendations


* Serve as a liaison between employees and management


* Ability to understand and coach supervisors and managers on the Collective Bargaining Agreement.


* Participate in union/management meetings, including grievance meetings and contract negotiations


* Maintain accurate records for investigations and HR-related matters

Compliance and Training


* Develop and review diversity (AAP) plans with focused recruitment strategies


* Coordinate and facilitate training activities, ensuring compliance with required protocols


* Track and post legal, compliance, and union information as needed


* Partner with facility leadership and Corporate COEs for ADA, FMLA, and disability processes

Collaboration and Communication


* Effectively collaborate with local, regional, and corporate HR teams


* Participate in community activities supporting Affirmative Action goals


* Communicate and administer HR policies/procedures fairly and consistently


* Handle HR matters confidentially and professionally

Talent Management:


* Partner with Talent Acquisition to execute recruiting strategies for both salaried and hourly positions, focusing on diversity, inclusion, and AAP goals.


* Collaborate with Operations Leadership on candidate selection, interviewing, and assessment.

Required Experience and Education:


* Minimum 2 years of experience in HR-related positions, preferably in manufacturing or production environments


* High School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field preferred

Required Skills and Competencies:


* Strong communication skills with ability to lead change in a manufacturing setting


* Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)


* Experience with Workday or similar enterprise systems


* Familiarity with ADP and/or Kronos timekeeping systems


* Excellent organizational abilities and ability to handle multiple priorities


* Commitment to confidentiality, tact, and professionalism in all HR matters

Preferred Qualifications:


* Human Resources certification (SPHR, PHR)


* Experience working in a union setting


* Career history with Fortune 500 companies

Work Schedule: Base work hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with flexibility required for occasional off-shift work or shift changes to meet communication needs.

This role is required to work onsite at the Kent facility.

Salary Range: $59,840 - $89,760

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