HR Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Soufflet Malt is a global leader in malt production, serving brewers, distillers, and food manufacturers around the world. As part of the InVivo Group, one of Europe's leading agricultural cooperatives, we are committed to delivering high‐quality products, operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth throughout the agricultural and food value chain.At Soufflet Malt, our employees are at the heart of our success. We foster a culture built on safety, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. We are dedicated to developing our people, supporting local communities, and creating an inclusive workplace where every employee can contribute, grow, and succeed.

The Human Resources Generalist plays a key role in supporting our employees and leaders by providing professional HR guidance, promoting employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with company policies and employment regulations while helping drive our people strategy across the organization.

Creating ingredients that bring people together.

Safety - The safety of our people is paramount. Safety is part of our way of life and requires the commitment of everyone throughout the organization. Safety extends to the health and wellbeing of ourselves and everyone around us and to the environment in which we operate. It is a part of everything we do as well as the way we do it.

Passion - We are proud of our industry, our business, and our people. We are proud to be a part of a wider community and are positive stewards in the way we work. We bring a spirit of innovation and continuous improvement in everything we do.

Quality - We provide outstanding ingredients and unsurpassed service that, together, deliver premium value to our customers. At every step in our process and in all our roles, we come together as a team to make sure that we always provide the best.

Integrity - We believe that nothing is more important than our reputation; and behaving with the highest levels of integrity is fundamental to who we are. We are honest, open, ethical, and fair at all times.

Behavioral traits in support of our values:

Safety - Demonstrate a personal commitment to working safely. Follow all safety procedures and policies. Proactively identify and report safety issues including near misses and accidents. Ensure the safety of our product and people while doing what is best to create the safest environment now and for the future. Create an environment where people feel comfortable being themselves, speaking up with ideas, questions, concerns, and mistakes. Demonstrate behaviors that promote an inclusive environment and ensure all employees are safe from harassing and discriminating behavior.

Passion - Foster an environment that inspires and motivates others. Drive continuous improvement and strive to learn and develop skills and capabilities and acquiring business knowledge. Express excitement and enthusiasm for your work. Actively share knowledge, mentor, and coach others. Develop relationships with internal partners and cross-functional teams that makes a positive difference in the lives of our customers (internal and external).

Quality - Ensure work product is credible and adds value to the business. Create an environment where people feel comfortable identifying and rectifying mistakes. Take accountability for own mistakes. Provides outstanding products and unsurpassed service that delivers premium value to our customers.

Integrity - Effectively communicate in all interactions that demonstrates respect for others and encourages diversity. Maintain open and honest relationships, be a trusted resource. Follow through on commitments and keep promises. Follow company policies and procedures and stand up for what is right. Empower with personal commitment to be responsible stewards and our communities.

Essential functions:

Employee Relations - Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and workplace issues. Partner with managers to address employee relations matters, performance concerns, coaching opportunities, and disciplinary actions. Conduct workplace investigations, document findings, and provide recommendations for resolution. Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and documentation. Promote employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive workplace culture.

Recruitment and Onboarding - Coordinate and manage full-cycle recruitment activities for assigned positions. Partner with hiring managers to develop job descriptions and recruitment strategies. Conduct candidate screenings, interviews, and reference checks. Coordinate onboarding activities to ensure a smooth transition for new employees. Facilitate new hire orientation and training.

Performance Management - Assist managers with performance evaluations, coaching, and development plans. Support the annual performance review process. Provide guidance on corrective actions and performance improvement plans. Monitor employee development and training needs.

Benefits and Leave Administration - Assist employees with benefit enrollment and benefit-related questions. Coordinate annual open enrollment activities. Administer leave programs including FMLA, Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave, ADA accommodations, and other company leave programs. Maintain accurate benefit and leave records.

Compliance and Policy Administration - Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Assist in developing, updating, and communicating HR policies and procedures. Support audits and compliance with reporting requirements. Maintain personnel files and HR documentation in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.

HRIS and Reporting - Maintain employee records within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS). Process employee status changes, promotions, transfers, and terminations. Generate HR reports and metrics to support business decisions. Assist with payroll-related activities and data audits as needed.

Training and Development - Coordinate employee training programs and professional development opportunities. Support leadership development initiatives. Assist in creating and delivering training materials. Track training completion and compliance requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Minimum of 3 years of Human Resources experience required. Experience in employee relations, recruitment, and compliance. Manufacturing experience preferred.

Strong knowledge of federal and Washington State employment laws. Knowledge of FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, and Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred. Experience supporting multi-site operations. Experience in manufacturing, food production, or industrial environments is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use standard office equipment. Occasional travel to company locations may be required. Ability to lift to 20 pounds occasionally.

Benefits:

Soufflet Malt Americas offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, company-paid life insurance, and professional development opportunities.