Human Resource Generalist With 2 To 4 Years Experience

Opportunity:

Your initial focus is leading and managing the recruiting function. You will pro-actively manage D’Artagnan’s recruiting process from the identification of passive and active candidates, through screening to the onboarding of new employees. You must be able to build and leverage sourcing networks to fill hourly (non-union), exempt and non-exempt positions across all functions of the business, from operations and logistics to sales, marketing, technology, and finance roles.

With your 2 - 4 years of HR Generalist experience, as you become proficient in this role, you will have the opportunity to grow your career by taking on expanded HR responsibilities.

You are the subject matter expert providing guidance and advice to all levels of management as they fill open and new positions to upgrade their teams. You must also be able to engage in all other aspects of human resources such as benefits management, coaching, OSHA reporting, workman’s compensation, unemployment, and wellness programs.

To be successful you must have the ability to partner with managers to advance business strategy and be desirous of joining a growing dynamic company.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Consults with managers to understand the requirements, duties, and qualifications desired for the specified open position(s).
• Manages the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and the posting and passive recruiting processes to identify and select potential candidates
  1. Establish and maintain networks to identify candidates for targeted roles
     • Local Universities
     • Culinary Schools
     • Targeted Networking Groups on social media platforms
• Screens candidates, selects qualified and interested candidates for the interviewing phase, and then connects viable candidates with hiring managers
• Maintains and ensures compliance with applicable equal employment opportunity (EEO) and related employment laws and regulations
• Manages Workers Compensation, unemployment processing and OSHA reporting
• Coaching managers/employees to enhance employee relations
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field required.
• Two to four years of HR Generalist experience
  1. At least one year of recruiting experience required.
• Experience with Human Resource Systems (ADP system a plus)
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal/written communication and organizational skills
• Thorough understanding of EEO, ADA, FMLA and other related employment laws and guidelines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Bilingual desired, not required

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Total Compensation Package:

• Base salary plus annual bonus potential. Base salary is commensurate with experience.
• 401K with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick days
• Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee discount plan
• Commuter benefit program
• Wellness programs

Company:

D’Artagnan, headquartered in Union New Jersey, was founded in 1985 and is now the leading brand specialized in sustainably raised meats, poultry, game, charcuterie, truffles, and mushrooms in the country. D’Artagnan is dedicated to natural, sustainable, and humane production and products. Over the years D’Artagnan has built relationships and partnerships with farmers and ranchers who share the same philosophy, and believe in free-range, preservative-free, and organic products. D’Artagnan is part of Fortune International, LLC, the Country’s leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats, and gourmet products.

With over $160M in revenue and team of 260 employees, it is a hugely successful and well-recognized enterprise. D’Artagnan is organized around three distinct business lines: Food Services (Hotels, restaurants, etc.), Retail, and Online; each business line having a specific business model. D’Artagnan sells products in all 50 states and buys products all over the world. D’Artagnan has established an outstanding reputation over the years, built on a simple yet key principle: to provide its clients with the highest quality. For decades now, it has been acclaimed by the industry and customers all over the country and is recognized as a world-class company by many world-class chefs. In addition, the D’Artagnan website continues to grow in popularity and reach – serving as a trusted destination for home cooks across America looking for the best tasting, restaurant-quality ingredients, and specialty food products.

We seek employees who are passionate -- with a burning entrepreneurial and team spirit to join our growing company.

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Local candidates only, no relocation support.