Human Resources Manager, Warehouse Operations - Military Veterans
at KeHE Distributors LLC
Why Work for KeHE?
- Full-time
- Pay Range: $77,388.00/Yr. - $113,427.00/Yr.
- Shift Days: , Shift Time:
- Benefits on Day 1
- Health/Rx
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
- Supplemental life insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Paid sick time
- Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
- Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
- Holiday pay for company designated holidays
OverviewGood people, working with good people, for our common good.
Sound good?
KeHE-a natural, organic, specialty and fresh food distributor-is all about "good" and is growing, so there's never been a more exciting time to join our team. If you're enthusiastic about working in an environment with a people-first culture and an organization committed to good living, good food and good service, we'd love to talk to you!
Primary ResponsibilitiesThe Human Resources Manager will be responsible for supporting the human resources needs of all employees at an assigned facility or region and safeguards confidential company information. The Human Resources Manager responsibilities include employee relations, FMLA and other leaves of absences, workers compensation and safety, learning and development, recruiting, and employee engagement. This person must drive a progressive, proactive, positive employee relations culture and increase levels of engagement, enablement, and retention.As with all positions at KeHE, we expect that all actions will be consistent with KeHE’s Mission, Vision and Values.
Essential Functions- Manages all human resources materials, including personnel files, new hire forms, I-9s, W-4s, 401k plan, manuals, and other personnel documents to ensure that files are current, confidential, complete, and in compliance with company and government regulations and deadlines.
- Disseminates human resources policies, procedures, and programs to ensure that all employees are well informed and work in compliance with policies and regulations.
- Ensures planning, monitoring, and appraisal of employee work results by training managers to coach and discipline employees; scheduling management conferences with employees; hearing and resolving employee grievances; counseling employees and supervisors.
- Administers the benefit program such as life, health, dental, vision and disability insurance, 401(k) vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and employee assistance. Reconciles monthly insurance billing.
- Manages employee Leave of Absence program and monitors those employees with either beginning or ending LOA’s and/or monitor progress during their LOA.
- Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.
- Conducts management and employee training necessary to remain in compliance.
- Conducts internal workplace investigations, presents facts and ensures proper resolution.
- Leverages talent acquisition support to source, screen, and interview candidates for open positions.
- Performs new hire employee orientations while leveraging talent acquisition support.
- Leverages safety support to administer and manage workers compensation; including reporting and handling claims and collaborating with appropriate parties.
- Responsible for all data entry into the HRIS system.
- Maintains working relationship with Union officials and adheres to terms of labor contract by monitoring day-to-day implementation of policies concerning wages, hours and working conditions.
- Represents management in investigating, answering, and settling grievances, by arranging and scheduling grievance hearings between union personnel, supervisor and the Management team.
- Responds to all EEOC and/or NLRB charges.
Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude- Bachelor's degreerequired.
- Minimum of five (5) years previous management experience within food service and/or grocery industry.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and HRIS systems and software required.
- Must be proficient with MS Office.
- Knowledge employment law and other government compliance regulations required.
Qualifications / Additional Skills / Aptitude:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or a related field is preferred.
- PHR, SPHR preferred
- Contribute and support to the overall goals of the Human Resources Department.
- Must have the ability to make recommendation to effective resolve emotional and complex problems or issues, by using judgment that is in consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law.
- Capability of prioritizing and handling multiple projects simultaneously, under tight time constraints.
- Able to work effectively with peers, region and corporate leadership, and the sales force in a productive collaborative environment coupled with the ability to be decisive is needed.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.
Requisition ID
2024-24900
Equal Employer Opportunity Statement
KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes. - Health/Rx
Romeoville, IL
At KeHE, we’re all about goodness. Our mission to serve & feed America is fueled by an obsession with natural & organic, specialty, and fresh products. With more than 7,900 employee-owners & a 19-distribution center network across North America, KeHE is one of the largest & most respected pure-play grocery & natural distributors in the nation. We’re also passionate about employing our veterans and bringing your unique life experiences to our team. We welcome all of our nation's finest to apply for our roles today as we have dedicated veteran hiring initiatives, and we look forward to speaking with you!
Employee Benefits:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Employee Buy-Up Options for life and disability insurance
- 401k
- Employee Stock and Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Leave
What Happens After I Apply?
Once you click ‘Apply Now’ on an KeHe job posting, you will either be re-directed to fill out an application on KeHE's career page or be given a confirmation of submission. If you get redirected, please complete the application on the career page and make sure you have an updated resume uploaded to your RecruitMilitary profile. Once the KeHe team reviews your resume and profile, a recruiter will reach out to provide you with more information and to schedule you for an interview.
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