Human Resources Generalist- **Bilingual in Spanish Details

Human Resources Generalist- **Bilingual in Spanish

POM Wonderful - Del Rey, CA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Company Description

Here's what we bring to the table:

• Competitive benefits package including Medical (with 24/7 online access to a physician), Vision, Dental, and 401k with match eligibility
• Access to fully Equipped On-site Gym
• On-site subsidized Cafe
• Wonderful Giving (www.wonderfulgiving.com) - allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choice
• Work-Life balance

POM Wonderful is the largest grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the United States as well as the worldwide leader in fresh California pomegranates and pomegranate-based products, including our 100% pomegranate juices, teas and innovative juice blends sold in the iconic double-bubble bottle. With nearly two million pomegranate trees in Central California, we grow, handpick and juice our own pomegranates to ensure the highest quality. By managing the entire production process from tree to bottle, POM Wonderful guarantees that our products come from only one source-100% California-grown POM Wonderful pomegranates. Sold throughout the world and in the vast majority of North American retailers, our selection of products includes pomegranate-based juices and teas, fresh fruit when in season, and fresh arils, as well as industrial products such as juice concentrate and pomegranate extract.

POM Wonderful is part of The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $4.6 billion global company dedicated to harvesting health and happiness around the world through its iconic consumer brands. The company's 10,000 employees worldwide are committed to bringing consumers everywhere the freshest, most wholesome pistachios, almonds, citrus and pomegranates; bottling the finest water and wines; and creating colorful bouquets that are sure to touch the heart. This commitment is reflected in the company's market share: Wonderful Pistachios® is America's No. 1 tree nut brand and America's fastest-growing snack; Wonderful® Halos® is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America; POM Wonderful® is the No. 1 100% pomegranate brand in America; FIJI® Water is America's No. 1 premium imported bottled water brand; JUSTIN® Wine has the No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon in California; and Teleflora® is the world's leading floral delivery service.

The Wonderful Company's connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. The company has a longstanding commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $400 million invested in environmental technologies and sustainability research, $50 million in charitable giving and education initiatives every year, $100 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California's Central Valley, and innovative health and wellness programs, including two free primary care clinics for employees and their dependents.

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.

POM Wonderful is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with senior HR Management. This position is responsible for payroll processing, benefit administration, leave of absences, training, onboarding, policy implementation, recruitment, and employment law compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administrates FMLA & LOA processes & ensures compliance with federal and state standards
• Delivers employee onboarding orientation & presentation updates
• Coordinates Introductory Period reviews with appropriate supervisors
• Maintains company organization charts and employee directory
• Process payroll for all groups & distributes appropriate paperwork to corporate (new hires, benefits, terminations, etc)
• Promotes & manages WonderfulGiving program
• Completes paperwork for all unemployment filings. Represents Company in all unemployment appeal hearings.
• Completes paperwork on garnishments and processes as needed.
• Assists with recruitment efforts of all personnel, prescreens & interview applicants
• Maintains confidentiality of all personnel files, including medical, FMLA & workers compensation files, payroll and Company information.
• Maintains HR Tracking Logs such as introductory period, attendance, I-9 documentation, etc.
• Ensures compliance with Company safety program and all applicable laws. Participate in Safety Committee as required.
• Interpret company policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs and provide appropriate guidance to management regarding relevant Federal, State and Local employment laws.
• Maintain knowledge of human resource industry trends and new employment related legislation and communicate policies, procedures and program revisions as necessary to assigned client groups.
• Assist with the annual goal setting and performance evaluation process for assigned client groups and coach management to provide valuable, timely and consistent reviews.
• Consult with Human Resources Director on personnel matters as required.
• Proactively maintain a positive work environment that supports an open door policy; provide support and counsel to assigned client groups regarding all employment relation issues from coaching to corrective action and facilitate resolutions that are fair and consistent.
• In collaboration with Human Resources Director conduct necessary employment related investigations and ensure proper interview, reporting and documentation protocols are adhered to.
• Manage effective communication structures to ensure that assigned client groups remain informed of relevant organizational initiatives and projects.
• Field employee inquiries as it relates to benefit programs such as life, medical and disability insurances, pension plan, vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, COBRA and employee assistance. Escalate issues as necessary to Corporate Benefits department and submit all benefit related paperwork to Human Resource Administrative team for processing.
• Participate in and/or lead the planning of Company sponsored events.
• Participate on committees, project teams and special projects as required.
• Present a professional image as a representative of the Company.

• Must portray high levels of professionalism, appearance, motivation and positive attitude in all endeavors.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to provide guidance and assistance to all levels of employees.
• Excellent verbal, listening & written communication skills. (Bi-literate preferred)
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently.
• Ability to perform efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment.
• Ability to handle matters of confidentiality with utmost tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to employ creative and innovative thought processes.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite and UKG HRIS software.

Education & Experience:

At least two years progressively responsible human resources experience in a generalist capacity, including experience in employee relations, seasonal hiring and safety within a production/manufacturing setting. B.A degree in Human Resources, Business or related field. Supplementary training and/or designations (M.A., PHR, SPHR) related to the human resource field, or equivalent education and experience, is desirable.

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