Human Resources Generalist

Gellert Global Group consists of many of the leading North American food importing companies (Atalanta Corporation, Camerican International, Finica, Tipico Cheese Products) and has been importing food products for over 100 years.

The combined revenues of Gellert Global Group (GGG) exceeds $1.7 billion. GGG companies provide strength in sourcing, insurance, finance, logistics, food safety, and information technology, and supply the needs of retailers, distributors, food service chains, hotels, cruise lines, and food manufacturers alike. GGG Manufacturing is the GGG entity focused on developing value – added products from GGG sourced materials to meet customer needs.

Summary/Objective:
The HR Generalist is responsible for leading all human resources functions within a food manufacturing facility. This role ensures compliance with employment laws and food industry regulations, supports operational goals through effective workforce management, and fosters a positive, safe, and high-performance workplace culture. The HR Generalist partners closely with the HR team in headquarters and plant leadership to drive employee engagement, retention, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions:

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for production workers and professional staff, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.

• Rapidly fill positions during peak seasons to maintain production needs.

• Act as a point of contact for employee issues, conducting investigations, facilitating conflict resolution, and managing disciplinary actions.

• Oversee leave management (FMLA), and maintain accurate records in HRIS systems.

• Coordinate employee training, development initiatives, and performance appraisal process.

• Act as the primary contact for employees at two plants (Almena and Barron).

• Partner with employees and plant management to communicate human resource policies, procedures, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, e.g., FLSA, FMLA, ADA, OSHA). as well as OSHA safety regulations.

• Lead investigations and resolve employee relations issues in a timely and fair manner.

• Oversee performance management processes and support leadership coaching.

• Conduct exit interviews, identifies trends, and makes recommendations to the for corrective action and continuous improvement

• Prepare and maintain employee files

• Facilitate or provide training (including orientation) to employees

• Maintain compliance with food manufacturing regulatory standards as they relate to workforce practices (e.g., GMP training documentation).

• Promote a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and safety.

• Communicate and explain company policies and employee handbook.

• Participates in audits, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements.

• Other duties as requested

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field

• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred

• 3+ years of HR experience, preferably in manufacturing or food production

• Strong knowledge of employment law and compliance requirements

• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

• Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment

• High level of discretion and confidentiality

• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office

• Bilingual Spanish is a plus

Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 annually plus bonus

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts

• Wealth: Competitive pay, annual bonus opportunity, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program

• Happiness:

The Gellert Global Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. Gellert Global Group is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact?hr@gellertglobalgroup.com.