Human Resource Generalist - Warehouse Ops

• Assist HR Manager, Distribution Center (DC) leadership, and frontline associates with interpretation and understanding of HR practices, policies, and procedures
• Work closely with HR, talent acquisition, and hiring managers to administer offer letters, pre-employment/on-boarding activities and conduct new hire orientation
• Support HR Manager as needed on employee relations concerns and/or investigations
• Provide guidance and support to Managers and Supervisors on employee performance and/or attendance issues, to include administration of necessary disciplinary action
• Assist in the management and administration of all types of employee leaves of absence (FMLA, Workers' Compensation, ADA, etc.)
• Provide day to day support of benefit programs and assist in annual open enrollment process
• Collaborate with HR, Safety, and DC management on safety, health, and wellness initiatives
• Collaborate with HR and local management on culture and engagement related activities
• Facilitate or co-facilitate necessary employee education and/or training sessions
• Assist in the administration of occasional and/or recurring employee surveys
• Represent KeHE for unemployment claims and hearings as needed
• Responsible for accurate and timely data entry into the HRIS system
• Maintenance of personnel records in compliance with state, federal, and local laws

• 3-5 years of HR Generalist experience required, PHR/SPHR preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field. A combination of related experience & education will be considered
• Spanish language proficiency preferred
• Distribution, manufacturing experience within food, beverage and/or retail industry
• Capable of prioritizing and handling multiple projects simultaneously, under tight time constraints
• Must have the ability to make recommendations to effectively resolve emotional and complex problems or issues by using judgment that is in consistent with policies, procedures, regulation, or government law
• Able to work effectively with front line employees, peers, DC leadership, and regional leaders as well as corporate HR support functions, and the local operations team
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
• Leave administration/management experience required
• Working knowledge of Portland state and federal employment laws

Spanish language proficiency

• Health/Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
• Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
• Holiday pay for company designated holidays