Job Description

The human resources (HR) generalist, manages the day-to-day operations of the human resources areas, as well as the administration of related policies, procedures, and programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the department including, employee benefits, disability, workers compensation, recruitment and intake, employee retention, training and HR administrative functions. The HR Manager will develop personnel initiatives and solutions to enhance employee development and maximize business performance. This position requires a highly motivated versatile and innovative HR professional who desires to make a meaningful contribution to the organization by leveraging their HR expertise and business acumen, while being a “hands-on leader. “

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES /SUMMARY:

· Provides daily support in all areas of human resources and collaborates with all Department Heads

· Enhances the organization’s human resources by planning, implementing, and evaluating employee relations and human resources policies, programs, and practices.

· Maintains the work structure by updating job requirements and descriptions for all positions

· Provides advice and counsel to managers and employees to ensure consistent application and integration of policies, procedures and practices a 100% compliance to promote an accountable, ethical and compliant work environment

· Serves as the business partner between management and employees by handling questions, complaints, conflicts resolution in all employee relation matters.

· Manages human resource staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees

· Plans, implements, and manages full-cycle, day-to-day administration of all benefit plans, including enrollment process, eligibility changes, terminations, premium and deductions payments, and resolving employee questions and concerns.

· Administers the 401(k)-retirement plan including coordinating education, manage the annual compliance testing and annual audit.

· Execute Workers’ Compensation administration; monitors and reviews accident investigation, claims management, risk mitigation

· Ensures required OSHA Injury and Illness record keeping and reporting requirements are met and maintained as appropriate.

· Maintains and revises the company’s handbook on policies and procedures

· Leads company compliance with all existing governmental and labor legal and governmental reporting requirements.

· Plans all special events for employees with the support of the event committees

· Creates and promotes a positive and supportive work environment.

· Adheres to Corporate Company Policy and shares company values.

· Performs other related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE / SUMMARY:

· Must possess a Bachelor degree in a related field of study with a minimum of 4 years of relevant HR Generalist level experience.

· Superior communication (oral and written) and presentation & reporting skills

· Strong interpersonal skills

· Strong organizational and leadership skills

· Superior ability to develop rapport at all levels

· Strong computer skills, including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power point )

· Ability to manage multiple and complex administrative processes.

· High energy level, strong sense of initiative, creative problem solving, flexibility and discretion

· Strong understanding of confidentiality and HIPAA compliance

· Proven experience in a leadership role in a growing, evolving organization

· Proven ability to motivate and direct staff to achieve organizational results and outcomes

· Ability to work well under pressure and a fast-paced environment

· Detailed-oriented; strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines and company objectives

· Bi-lingual in Spanish and other languages a plus

· Union environment/labor negotiations experience a plus

· Demonstrate empathy and respect for people

· Attention to detail and good judgement

** Equal Opportunity Employer

Company Description

Fancy Foods Inc. is a major wholesale food distributor located in the Hunts Point section of the Bronx. We are one of the 800 businesses located in the Hunts Point Cooperative Market, which is the world largest food distribution center and the primary food distribution hub for the New York City metro area. Fancy Foods is not only one of the largest food distributors in the world's largest food distribution center, but is also a great place to work! Generations of passionate employees make us who we are. We pride ourselves on being dynamic and progressive market leaders, embracing change, and rewarding success. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at www.fancyfoodsinc.com. Customers of the Hunts Point Cooperative Market consist of all the large chain store supermarkets, and most of the top restaurants, hotels, country clubs, and butcher shops up and down the east cost. Needless to say, the food industry is one of the most stable industries to service and work within. To learn more about the Hunts Point Cooperative Market, Inc. please visit their website at www.huntspointcoopmkt.com