POSITION SUMMARY:   

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Generalist plays a key role in supporting a dynamic, fast-paced, and growth-oriented manufacturing environment. This position serves as a trusted partner to plant leadership, helping drive business results through effective Human Resources practices and employee support. The HR Generalist supports a broad range of plant-level HR functions, including employee relations, compliance, payroll, recruiting, and day-to-day HR administration. This role is instrumental in fostering a positive workplace culture and supporting company values, operational goals, and overall employee engagement. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   

• Ensures accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll processing, including related reporting and reconciliation. 

• Supports the Human Resources Manager with employment transactions and employee relations. 

• Assists in the administration of Workers’ Compensation, benefits, disability claims, and leave of absence programs (FMLA, OFLA, PLO, Workers’ Comp, Personal Leave, etc.). 

• Maintains HR data integrity by managing the HRIS system (UltiPro) and ensuring records are complete, accurate, and up to date. 

• Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal labor laws as well as internal HR policies and procedures. 

• Provides functional HR expertise and leadership to plant leadership and employees, fostering consistent and compliant HR practices. 

• Assists with annual HR programs, including but not limited to Benefits Open Enrollment, performance review processes, and internal audits. 

• Leads recruiting and onboarding efforts to ensure a smooth and compliant hiring process. 

• Serves as a point of contact for employee relations, acting as an advocate while guiding resolution of issues in alignment with company policies. 

• Partners with union leadership and participate in activities related to the interpretation and administration of the collective bargaining agreement, supporting positive labor relations and contract compliance. 

• Provides verbal and written English/Spanish translation support as needed. 

• Promotes a positive workplace culture by supporting teamwork, accountability, and professional communication. 

• Guides employees and leaders through problem-solving, dispute resolution, and compliance with employment regulations to mitigate risk and support workplace harmony. 

• Enforces company policies consistently and fairly across all departments. 

• Ensures the plant remains compliant with J&J Snack Foods' Food Safety Plan (FSP), Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Good Documentation Practices (GDPs). 

• Follows all applicable OSHA safety regulations and food safety laws. 

• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. 

COMPETENCIES: 
To perform this job successfully, the HR Generalist must be able to carry out each essential duty effectively. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

• Strong knowledge of Human Resources principles and practices, including employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and compliance. 

• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization. 

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion. 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 

• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgment and provide practical solutions. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems; experience with UKG preferred. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. 

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant Human Resources experience required, preferably in a Generalist role. 

• Experience supporting hourly employee populations and plant leadership in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred. 

• Experience working with HRIS platforms preferred; UKG experience strongly preferred. 

DISCLAIMER: 

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

EEO STATEMENT: 

J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and 
unemployment status. 

Scope:

Direct contact for major projects involving complex mechanical repair, adjustments, and potential equipment problems to maintain the safety, efficiency, and productivity of equipment and plant operations within the Daddy Ray facility.  Maintain preventative maintenance of major equipment and report problems to Maintenance Supervisor/Manager or Engineer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Repair equipment and building functions that are utilized in daily operations.
• Assist in installation of new machinery and equipment
• Fabrication of parts and equipment
• Assist in the identification of design enhancements that can be made to improve equipment reliability while working with vendors and engineering to implement these changes
• Report broken/inoperable/unsafe equipment to shift supervisor, maintenance manager, and/or plant engineer and take immediate corrective action if warranted
• Advise Manager of potential equipment and building issues
• Preventative maintenance
• Guide and assist Maintenance Technicians in equipment repairs
• Assist supervisors in after-hours maintenance calls
• Work independently on various projects assigned by Manager/Supervisor

• Maintain ongoing training in the following areas:
  • OSHA regulated programs
  • Food Defense, GMP’s, HAACP, CCP Procedures
  • Lock Out / Tag Out
  • PPE
  • Machine Operation
  • Reading and understanding production specifications
  • Understanding and recording of data on process documents

• Maintain work area in a clean, orderly, and safe manner
• Comply with company work rules, safety rules, and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Maintain strong interdepartmental communication that facilitates goals
• Responsible for food safety and quality
• Adhere to all environmental, health and safety requirements and procedures
• Other tasks as assigned

Key Competencies

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet strict deadlines on short notices
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Possesses good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Passion and alignment with Company mission, vision, values, and operating principles

Position Requirements

• 3+ years’ maintenance experience working for consumer product manufacturer
• 3+ years’ experience in welding, plc, preventative maintenance, fabrication, and knowledge of in-house equipment and machinery
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Ability to work multiple shifts. Position requires some weekend work.
• Regular and reliable attendance