HR Generalist

About the role

Aviagen is the world’s largest recognized and respected leading poultry breeding company. This position will administer policies relating to all phases of human resources activity, serving as the primary contact and advisor for cross-functional teams on all HR issues.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and advise cross-functional teams, acting as the key conduit and communicator for all HR phases within business operations.
• Ensure organizational compliance with regional regulations and implement best practices.
• Identify training and organizational development initiatives to meet business goals, including development, coordination, and facilitation of training using learning management software.
• Partner with the Global HR team to implement HR programs and strategies.
• Establish and maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as headcounts and open position management to deliver value and gain efficiencies.
• Guide local leaders in talent management, salary planning, and recruiting processes for candidates at all levels, including entry-level professionals, technical experts, and production employees.
• Lead core HR functions, including payroll, benefits, social programs, and compliance.
• Complete all time and attendance inputs, reviews, and supervisor training.
• Ensure accurate and compliant record-keeping for employee data (personal data, compensation, benefits, hires, promotions, transfers, background screening, performance reviews, and terminations) within the Workday ERP system.
• Ensure compliance in all employee documentation, including work eligibility and disciplinary actions.
• Maintain new hire reporting to state agencies.
• Respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.
• Assist in workers' compensation, including processing wage statements.
• Serve as the point of contact for engagement with staffing agencies, ensuring appropriate segregation of duties and adherence to biosecurity and welfare.
• Prepare paperwork and schedules for smooth new-hire onboarding, coordinating with cross-functional departments for an exceptional first-day experience.
• Handle administrative tasks for onboarding, new-hire orientations, and exit interviews, including data entry in HRIS and audits for accuracy and compliance.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of HR laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple HR functions.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in human resources, business, or a related field.
• Proven success working in an HR department.
• Resourceful mindset and strong attention to detail.
• Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Teladoc services.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Company-observed paid holidays.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on hire date.