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All posting locations: Avon, New York, United States of America
Job Function: 09 – HR
Date Published: 07-Apr-2023
Ref #: R-60465
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Description & Requirements
This role is responsible for the development and execution of the plant people strategy including but not limited to HR policies- programs- and procedures within the facility- strategically sets the direction for the facility from a people and business perspective- handles employee and labor relations in a unionized or manufacturing setting- and runs training and development for the facility. This position is also responsible for employee communications and engagement- recruitment and staffing- and compliance and benefits administration. In this role- the incumbent will be expected to solve problems- advise staff on all personnel issues- develop and complete objectives under minimal direction- make timely decisions- and have the ability to affect business goals and partner/participate in factory-wide initiatives and projects.
Factory Fun Facts
The Avon factory is a union site located in New York about 25 miles outside Rochester- NY. The plant employs nearly 250 salaried and hourly employees. The plant produces all of Kraft Heinz Cool Whip and is 1 of 2 plants that produce Oscar Mayer Lunchables. There are lots to explore in Avon and surrounding areas of Rochester NY with Niagara Falls just a short 80-mile drive away.
What Will You Do?
This role focuses on carrying out human resource processes- including workforce planning and budgeting- compensation administration- succession planning- performance management- and organizational change/effectiveness
Administrative: handles HR administrative & transactional work processes such as FMLA- leave management- HR systems- and recordkeeping as well as participating in daily production meetings
Analytics: responsible for maintaining data accuracy within HR systems and compiling data analytics on a monthly cadence
Compliance: works with corporate compliance and legal department to ensure regulatory compliance in all aspects of HR; ensuring the Affirmative Action/EEO Program is kept current and updated accordingly- as well as participating and supporting all internal/external audits within the facility as needed
Employee Engagement: coordinate and implement employee engagement and communication activities such as community involvement programs
Employee Relations: for non-union sites- this role supports efforts to provide a proactive approach to maintaining current union free status; for union sites this role supports efforts to provide a proactive approach to maintaining constructive relationships with the union including assisting with contractual issues (grievances- arbitrations- etc.) and negotiations process
Labor Relations: handles employee & labor relations by investigating- resolving and communicating employee questions- issues- concerns- grievances- and sets union labor strategy for the facility
Onboarding: could run salaried and/or hourly talent acquisition activities within the facility including recruitment- selection and testing- and onboarding
Recruiting: participate in ongoing hiring strategies and efforts to elevate the team and organizational effectiveness
Supervising: may manage hourly employee(s)
Training: leads all site training- including compliance and on the job training programs
Qualifications
Experience in Human Resources with the demonstrated ability to influence key customers across all levels of the organization.
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
PHR or SPHR certification
Demonstrable track record of problem solving- simplifying the complex- and effectively leading change
Excellent social skills with the ability to impact a broad audience
Understanding of business fundamentals
Strong project management skills with a keen eye for detail- organization- and ability to run multiple challenging priorities
Excellent organizational skills- self-starter and ability to meet deadlines and balance challenging priorities
About Us
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.
No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!
Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration
We’re not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day.
As part of Kraft Heinz, you’re supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.
Vaccination & Office Collaboration Expectations
Our highest priority is always the health, wellbeing, and safety of our Kraft Heinz family. We require our office-based, home-based, R&D, and sales team members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a medical or religious accommodation.
We believe our office environment fuels our collaboration, connection & community as an organization and allows our employees to grow toward greatness. We also believe providing a more flexible and agile model is essential in today’s workplace. A majority of our office-based employees will be able to work remotely for up to two days each week. Additionally, employees who are subject to this hybrid model will be eligible to work from anywhere for up to six weeks in a rolling 12-month period (in maximum two-week increments and according to benefits and tax guidelines). Some jobs may be required to be performed fully in office depending on the role’s responsibilities and requirements.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.
Job Type: Full-time
