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Human Resources Generalist | 3rd Shift

Gehl Foods LLCUnited States🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 6, 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
United States
Posted
8 hours ago
PayrollEmployee RelationsPerformance ManagementFMLAEmployee EngagementFLSA

Job Description

Job Description
Job Description
Description:
Why join our team?

Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match
Generous PTO & holidays
Growth opportunities to expand skillsets & enhance career
Amazing team & culture focused on: Communication | Community | Wellness
Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:
Tuition reimbursement
HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution
Referral bonus program
Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more
Proven continued business growth for future opportunities
Position Overview
We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented HR Generalist to support our employees and operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role partners with employees and leaders on employee relations, performance management, compliance, retention, recruitment, and other HR functions. The ideal candidate is an effective communicator and problem solver who can build strong relationships while ensuring consistent application of company policies and employment practices.

Key Responsibilities
Serve as a primary resource for employee relations, including counseling, investigations, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation. Partner with business leaders on performance management, corrective action, promotions/transfers, terminations, pay changes, and employee retention. Conduct regular meetings with operational leaders to proactively identify and address workforce needs. Manage attendance, progressive discipline, and the company’s 30-60-90-day review program. Support employee engagement, recognition, retention, surveys, and management coaching initiatives.

Maintain compliance with employment laws, company policies, government reporting requirements, safety standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Identify workplace trends, operational challenges, and employee concerns and recommend appropriate solutions. Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Assist with payroll, compensation, benefits, recruitment, training, employment-status changes, time-off administration, and documentation as needed. Assist with agency claims, legal investigations, and related documentation.

Provide flexible HR support for a 24/7 operation, including employee relations matters and town hall meetings. Perform other HR duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
2+ years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing, production, or safety-focused environment.
Experience in one or more HR areas, including employee/labor relations, payroll, recruitment, compensation, benefits, or training.
Working knowledge of employment laws and workplace compliance requirements, including EEO, FMLA, FLSA, HIPAA, and ADA.
Strong communication, problem-solving, organization, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.

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