DescriptionWORKFORCE WELLNESS ASSOCIATE - CORPORATE OFFICE (AUSTIN MN)
Hormel Foods Corporation
To save time applying Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time.
About Hormel Foods Inspired People. Inspired Food.
Hormel Foods Corporation based in Austin Minnesota is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters Skippy SPAM Hormel Natural Choice Applegate Justins Wholly Hormel Black Label Columbus Jennie-O and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report one of Americas most responsible companies by Newsweek recognized on Fast Companys list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators received a perfect score of 100 on the 202324 Corporate Equality Index and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement Inspired People. Inspired Food. to bring some of the worlds most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information visit.
Reporting into the Workforce Wellness Facilitator this position supports the work to create strategies and programs for team members to promote self-sufficiency and job satisfaction. In addition this position will partner with Mower County United Way to support food security and Food City programming.
Plant Support Responsibilities:
- Assist in conducting individual and group interviews and observations with team members using motivational interviewing to gather information about their physical psychosocial (mental social spiritual and emotional functioning) and educational needs as well as overall job satisfaction.
- Support individual and group interviews and observations with managers using motivational interviewing and a strengths-based perspective to gain insights into the work environment critical skills and behaviors that support team member success.
- Help identify areas where Hormel Foods can support team member needs by collaborating with plant corporate and community partners. Enhance job satisfaction by providing resources benefits mentors and direct services such as access to food banks childcare services financial literacy programs mental health and healthcare providers housing assistance programs and culturally appropriate resources.
- Assist in creating a template or guide outlining how team members at all locations can access these resources including eligibility requirements and application processes.
- Support strategies and initiatives to promote inclusion belonging and cultural competence in the workplace.
- Provide and support opportunities for continuous learning and professional development through workshops courses and certifications that foster employee growth and advancement.
- Respond to service requests by linking employees to internal and external community resources based on their individual needs.
- Establish a close partnership with HR to understand employee needs and identify priority areas ensuring that continuous learning professional development and career advancement opportunities are effectively aligned with those needs.
Food Security Responsibilities:
- Assist in establishing and maintaining partnerships with food assistance agencies facilitating collaboration between the company and community partners to enhance food security efforts.
- Collaborate with various food assistance agencies including food banks pantries community kitchens meal programs food rescue organizations SNAP and WIC to stay informed about current data and insights including food security needs and gaps.
- Support the coordination of internal departments to align company resourcessuch as funding product donations and volunteerswith community needs ensuring efficient and effective use of resources to maximize impact.
- Help track and report on the impact of food security programs and initiatives to plant leadership and corporate communications.
- Assist in advocating for and raising awareness about local food security challenges and the companys efforts to address them.
- Stay informed about relevant local state and federal policies and regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required
- Bachelors degree in psychology social work human resources or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of social media and other basic marketing platforms
- Strong time management detail orientation and ability to manage multiple projects at a time.
- Must be a Citizen or National of the United States a lawful permanent resident or have authorization to work in the United States
- Applicants must not now or in the future require sponsorship for an employment visa
Preferred
- Bi-lingual
- 1years of experience with a non-profit organization including fundraising/grant-writing program development and outreach
- 1 years of experience in counseling interviewing and community referrals
LOCATION:Austin MN
A comprehensive relocation package to the Austin MN area will be offered if required.
At Hormel Foods base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for the Workforce Wellness Associate role is between $69525-$97350 per year and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge skill set level of experience and geographic market location.
BENEFITS: Other components of Hormel Foods total compensation package include comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage discretionary annual merit increases company car bonuses and profit sharing 401(k) with employer match stock purchase plan relocation assistance paid time off free two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees and more.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 10% of the time
For immediate consideration apply online at: Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support understanding and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color age religion gender gender orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.
Required Experience:
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