HR Generalist | Primient
Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. W e’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.
We are seeking a dynamic and capable HR Generalist to join our team. Reporting to the local HR Business Partner, this position will be based at our Lafayette, IN site . This exciting and challenging role will require you to use your HR knowledge and experience to shape our people strategy, implement HR processes and initiatives, manage employee relations, and provide support to managers on all HR matters, including employee relations, employee engagement, performance management, recruitment and selection, onboarding, and facilitating learning and development.
Key responsibilities:
Employee Relations and Conflict Resolution: Manage employee relations by providing hands-on HR support to managers, addressing HR issues, conducting objective investigations regarding disciplinary issues, and collaborating with plant leadership to strengthen employee engagement.
Talent Acquisition and Onboarding: Facilitate recruitment process, including sourcing, hiring, conducting new hire orientations, and managing the onboarding process to ensure the effective integration of new employees.
Termination and Transition Processes: Manage the termination p rocess , ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements, and providing support to departing employees to ensure a smooth transition.
Data Management and Reporting: Perform data entry tasks, maintain accurate employee records, and generate and analyze HR metrics and reports such as KPIs, Monthly Local Report, and Headcounts to support data-driven decision making.
Policy Interpretation and Compliance: Interpret and ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures, local legislation, and company policies, providing guidance and support to managers and employees .
Manage & Support ERGs: Manage and participate in Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to promote diversity and inclusion.
Event Planning: Plan and coordinate HR-related events to enhance employee engagement and foster a positive workplace culture.
Training and Development: Deliver and facilitate training activities related to HR processes, supporting employee development and ensuring adherence to HR policies and procedures.
Required and Preferred Education/Certification
• Bachelor ’s /Masters Degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent (preferred)
Required and Preferred Work Experience
• 4+ years of professional experience in HR (required)
• 3+ years of recruiting experience (required)
The annual pay range estimated for this position is $63,344.80 - $95,017.20 and is bonus eligible.
Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes :
Competitive Pay
Multiple Healthcare plan choices
Dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
Paid holidays & vacation
Floating days off
Parental leave for new parents
Employee resource groups
Learning & development programs
Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future
Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning.
Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.
We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,
Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce .
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