People & Culture Generalist

About the role

Cabot Creamery, part of Agri-Mark/McCadam/Cabot Creamery, is a dairy cooperative with more than 100 years of history focused on farmers, family, mission, purpose, sustainability, respect, integrity, work ethic, teamwork, and pride in award-winning products. The company has achieved B Corp certification, making it the world's first dairy co-op to do so.

Responsibilities

• Administer various People and Culture plans and procedures for worksite personnel.
• Conduct recruitment efforts for assigned positions, coordinating with internal and external resources as required.
• Coach and advise leaders and employees with employee relations and performance matters.
• Conduct new-employee orientations and onboarding.
• Process required portions of employee payroll.
• Interpret and explain company policies and procedures for leaders and employees.
• Provide information on company benefits to candidates for employment and existing employees.
• Research and make recommendations regarding a variety of P&C matters to their leader.
• Maintain worksite compliance with federal, state and local employment and benefits laws and regulations.
• Assist with workers’ compensation matters including liaising with the insurance carrier, employee, providers and with return to work details.
• Learn about business operations to become a valued business partner.
• Draft and develop job descriptions.
• Promote and champion the company’s values in the workplace.
• Maintain employee personnel files.
• Assist with the delivery of various training programs.
• Afford assistance with P&C matters as needed.
• Conduct work with integrity, objectivity, competence, fairness, confidentiality, professionalism, and diligence.

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal/written) skills are essential.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and/or larger group situations.
• Analytical skills to identify root causes and resolve situations and problems with viable solutions.
• The ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with demonstrated skill in organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS, and other computer-based applications.
• The ability to stay professional under pressure.
• The ability to handle delicate personal matters in a professional, confidential, and caring manner.
• The ability to read, comprehend and apply the principles from technical material, policies, and/or manuals.

Qualifications

• A degree in a related field of study preferred, with 3-5 years related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• A self-starter with ability to interact well with employees at all levels within the company as well as outside entities.
• A high degree of integrity, ethics, and judgment.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.
• HRIS and other computer-based applications.

Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60,000-$70,000, depending on experience. Agri-Mark offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary, and a 401(k) with company match. The company is committed to promoting from within, training, and tuition reimbursement.

Schedule

Not specified.

Pay

$60,000-$70,000, depending on experience.

Company Information

Agri-Mark is an equal opportunity employer. The company is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every qualified prospective and current employee. The company does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, crime victim status, age, physical or mental disability, a positive result from an HIV-related blood test, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected under applicable federal and/or state law. Agri-Mark complies with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.