HR Generalist - Benefits and Safety 
Location: US, CA, Modesto
Department: HR
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Associate
Required education: Associate Degree
Industry: Food Production
Function: Human Resources
Company profile: With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Mercer Foods has been providing superior quality freeze dried foods and ingredients to clients around the world for two generations. Our dedication to stringent quality control and complete customer satisfaction are the core of our company tradition, allowing us to provide our clients with the best freeze dried foods on the planet.Here at Mercer Foods, you will find ultra-modern facilities, uncompromising quality assurance programs, complete compliance with freeze dried food standards, and innovative technologies that include everything from sustainable energy practices to automated sanitation and allergen removal.Mercer Foods proudly provides a comprehensive list of products and services for our clients around the world. From total menu and ingredient control to fully customized retail packaging services to a global shipping network that delivers your freeze dried foods reliably and consistently, Mercer Foods spares no expense in ensuring your complete satisfaction.In addition, Mercer Foods employs an integrated research and development team that can help you map out a production and delivery schedule tailored to your specific needs. From organic freeze dried fruits and vegetables to specially prepared and packaged bulk freeze dried foods and ingredients, Mercer utilizes innovative technologies and techniques to ensure prompt and accurate delivery of your product.Quality, sustainability, and service have been the hallmarks of Mercer Foods since our inception, and our ongoing commitment to perfecting our freeze drying process has solidified our reputation as a leader in the freeze dried foods industry.Mercer Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We take pride in the diversity of our staff, and seek diversity in our applicants.
Description: Job Title: HR Generalist - Benefits and SafetyDepartment: Human ResourcesReports to: Human Resources DirectorSchedule: As Posted - Overtime as needed.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for safety and health information for production and corporate personnel. Assists with policies and procedures and recommends improvements in a production environment as they pertain to employee safety and health, operational methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions. Other duties may be assigned that pertain to the HR classification. Demonstrated job duties and knowledge listed are sum for the job classification. Knowledge of all duties is to be cross functional but specific duties are assigned within available personnel.Primary duties and responsibilities:Comply and assist in enforcing benefit and safety programs.Participates in benefits administration to include claims resolution and change reporting.Coordinate the open enrollment administrative process.Be an active participant in employee benefit interactions.Assist with training and creation of training programs.Conduct organizational training and development efforts.Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.Ensures effective employee relations.Provides employee coaching and development.Resolves employee issues through problem resolution through escalation to supervision.Works to continuously improve in all areas.Maintains records and compiles reports from database as needed.Acts as Insurance Contact (GL, WC, Cargo, EPLI, Medical, Dental, Life, etc.).Interacts with benefit vendors and acts as a health, safety, and wellness advocate.Leads benefit and safety performance measures, including visual controls and provides regular progress reports to supervisor.Provides safety leadership to entire plant through written safety and health programs and policies.Performs initial accident / incident investigations.Influences safety priorities.Provides facility support in hazard control, PPE, and overall minimizing risk.Responsible for holding safety committee meetings on a regular basis.Coaches and develops employees on safety expectations.Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars.Assures safety related policies are accurate, current and in compliance with federal and state regulations.Interpret and disseminate information on all safety matters.Makes presentations on safety and regulatory matters.Acts in a proactive manner to communicate company and employee needs and resources.HR back-up to HR Payroll AdministratorPerform on-call responsibilities as required.Perform all other duties as assigned or needed. Education, prior work experience and specialized skills and knowledge:  A bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, or a minimum of two years’ experience in the HR field, or any similar combination of education and experience. The position will be required to demonstrate an ability to communicate orally or in written form effectively with co-workers, departments, and vendors, excellent interpersonal skills, and computer literacy.  5+ years of industrial benefits and safety experience preferred. Demonstrated understanding of ADA, OSHA, WC, FMLA, PFL, STD, etc. desired.Physical environment/working conditions: The position is a manufacturing setting and could involve sitting, standing, walking and lifting for long periods of time throughout the day. Unrestricted visual and audio abilities are required for the safety of all employees. The ability to lift up to 25 lbs. is required.Equipment and Machinery used: MultipleOther (e.g., customer contact or access to confidential information): Must be able to work as part of a team, in extreme temperatures, and various shifts.   
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