HR Generalist

Lollicup® USA, Inc., headquartered in Chino, CA, is the manufacturer of Karat® food disposable goods and TeaZone® beverage products, the distributor of other leading brands' coffee & tea ingredients, & specializes in custom print and innovative packaging. We have been recognized for our thermoforming plastic capabilities in North America to produce cups and food packaging products that allow us to offer competitive pricing throughout our distribution network (currently 6 regional warehouses are located in CA, HI, NJ, SC, TX, WA), and services to chain accounts such as Panda Express, Flame Broiler, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, and more.

Corporate Website: www.karatpackaging.com

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Payroll and other HR related software.
• Ability to lead & implement the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.
• Advise managers on HR-related issues and/or other HR functions
• Help in the communication of Company Benefits plans to Distribution Center, working in conjunction with the Corporate Benefits Department to accurately get information to associates and help answer benefits-related questions
• Bilingual in Spanish (REQUIRED)

Education and experience :

• Minimum of a Bachelor degree in Human Resources, Business administration or related field required
• The ideal candidate with a bachelor’s degree strongly preferred with an emphasis in HR or a related field.
• Strong experience in HR fundamentals, employee relations, and investigations, including understanding EEO laws and conflict resolution.
• 5 years of relevant and progressive professional experience in Human Resources
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP credential a plus

Duties and responsibilities

• Provides support and guidance to HR specialists, management, and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations.
• Manages the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants, particularly for managerial, exempt, and professional roles; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.
• Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
• Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Manage and assist with associate promotions, transfers, and termination decisions in compliance with applicable company policies and employment laws
• Oversee CA talent acquisition strategy for Stores and California Distribution Center
• Use creative methods to attract and recruit qualified applicants
• Manage employee relations and ensure workplace concerns are being handled effectively and appropriately
• Oversee leave administration
• Advise managers on HR-related issues and/or other HR functions
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 7 years (Preferred)
• Employee relations: 5 years (Required)
• HR Generalist: 4 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Professional In Human Resources (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Chino, CA 91708 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $75,000