HR Generalist

$60,951 - $85,162/Yr

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates - Paterson, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Paterson, WA

Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing

About the position

A Human Resources Generalist job in Paterson, WA is available at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates (SMWE). Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is a premium wine company that is proud to call the greater Seattle area our home. We are a collection of distinctive wine estates and maker of some of the finest wines in the world because we value our vineyards and the art of winemaking. This focus has resulted in our ability to offer our consumers extraordinary and distinctive wines from some of the best regions in the world. The HR Generalist will be responsible for full-cycle employment for hourly and some salaried employees, which includes recruiting, compensation review, performance management, employee relations, organizational development, and employee coaching. The role requires accessibility and consultation with line management to provide daily HR guidance, serving as the on-site point of contact for employee benefits, HRIS questions, and payroll inquiries. Additionally, the HR Generalist will conduct and coordinate new hire orientations, which involves preparing offer letters, scheduling coordination with managers, and conducting new hire presentations and training. The position also supports facility needs and projects, applying an understanding of the client's business strategy to help leaders identify and address organizational gaps. A strong client experience for employees is essential, which includes working closely with management and employees to improve engagement and work relationships, as well as participating in projects and events to build morale and increase productivity and retention.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for full-cycle employment for hourly and some salaried employees including recruiting, compensation review, performance management, employee relations, organizational development, and employee coaching.
• Consult with line management and provide daily HR guidance, serving as on-site point of contact for employee benefits, HRIS questions, and payroll inquiries.
• Conduct and coordinate new hire orientations, including preparation of offer letters, scheduling coordination with managers, and conducting new hire presentations and training.
• Support facility needs and projects by applying an understanding of the client's business strategy to help leaders identify and address organizational gaps.
• Provide a strong client experience for employees by working closely with management and employees to improve engagement and work relationships, and participating in projects/events to build morale and increase productivity and retention.

Requirements

• 3 - 5 years of progressively responsible experience in HR, preferably supporting hourly employees in a production environment (subject to a collective bargaining agreement).
• High school diploma or equivalent is required; Associate's Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and work experience preferred.
• Strongly preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish, to include comprehension, reading, and writing in both languages.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Must be able to stand or sit and perform work at a computer for extended periods; must be able to bend, lift, and carry up to 45 pounds on occasion.
• Strong communication skills with varied audiences to include written, verbal, and presentation.
• Excellent interpersonal engagement and collaboration skills, successfully building and managing relationships to influence and work effectively with individuals at all levels in the company.
• History of responsible use of alcohol and other appropriate conduct, as well as fitness to be licensed, permitted, and/or certified by state and/or local regulatory bodies.

Benefits

• Health Care Coverage including medical, dental, vision & prescription - eligible on date of hire for full-time employees
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• 401(k) with Employer Match and Supplemental Contribution
• Employee Wine Discounts