Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist
Radius Packaging
Delavan WI

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At Radius Packaging we prioritize our team members growth collaboration and wellbeing. Our culture is rooted in our Values and Guiding PrinciplesThe Radius Way: Champion Positive Change Act with Integrity Strive for Excellence Emphasize Community Work Together.

We are proud to be a recipient of the Plastics News Excellence in Employee Relations Award and to have been named a Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel for the last two consecutive years. These recognitions reflect our commitment to continuing education recognition programs employee engagement initiatives and meaningful opportunities for career advancement.

Radius Packaging continues to grow as a leading supplier of containers and lids for the food beverage personal care household industrial nutraceutical wipes and pet care markets. Headquartered in New Berlin WI with additional locations in Delavan and West Allis our success is driven by a talented engaged and safetyfocused team.

TheHuman Resources Generalistis a key contributor to the success of ourDelavan WImanufacturing operation serving as the primary onsite HR partner for leaders and employees. This role fosters strong productive relationships across the organization while administering and executing a broad range of human resource programs including employee relations talent management recruiting training and development compensation and benefits support compliance and HR metrics.

This position is primarily based at our Delavan WI location with periodic travel to other Radius locations for meetings events collaboration and operational support as business needs arise.

The ideal candidate is a handson Human Resources Generalist with manufacturing experience who thrives in a fastpaced onsite environment. They are approachable pragmatic and highly organized with strong expertise across employee relations recruiting training compliance and HR operations. This individual builds trust with employees and leaders at all levels communicates clearly and handles sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion. A proactive problemsolver the ideal candidate is comfortable supporting a 24/7 operation balancing strategic HR initiatives with daytoday support and contributing to a safe compliant and positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Member Support

• Serve as the frontline HR resource for employees and leaders promoting an inclusive positive and respectful workplace culture.
• Respond to employmentrelated inquiries escalating complex or sensitive issues as appropriate.
• Participate in disciplinary meetings investigations and terminations; ensure timely accurate documentation and fair consistent application of policies.
• Act as a mediator and problemsolver to support effective resolution of workplace concerns.
• Partner with HR leadership to implement initiatives that enhance the employee experience.

Talent Management Training & Development

• Lead and facilitate newhire orientations ensuring employees understand safety quality and operational expectations from day one.
• Develop internal talent pipelines by partnering with leaders on succession planning career pathways and role progressions.
• Coordinate and support training initiatives by working with subject matter experts to deliver technical safety and professional development programs.

Talent Recruitment

• Build and maintain strong recruiting pipelines by networking with local community organizations technical schools trade programs and workforce agencies.
• Develop and manage job postings that clearly communicate expectations qualifications and growth opportunities.
• Support and grow internship and coop programs to develop future talent for the organization.

Compensation Benefits & Payroll Support

• Administer compensation programs and support annual salary planning processes.
• Provide administrative support related to benefits administration and employee inquiries.
• Serve as a backup for payroll processing ensuring accuracy compliance and timeliness.
• Respond promptly to employment verification requests while maintaining confidentiality.

Compliance Employment Law & Risk Management

• Maintain compliance with federal state and local employment laws and recommended best practices.
• Respond to unemployment claims and attend hearings as needed.
• Support compliance with GMP Food Safety and Food Quality standards as required by company and regulatory agencies.

HR Operations Metrics & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in the development and tracking of HR metrics and performance indicators.
• Contribute to monthly management reporting and operational meetings.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.

Safety & Workplace Practices

• Model and promote safe work practices in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Proactively identify safety concerns and partner with leaders to support corrective actions.
• Support a culture of accountability safety and employee wellbeing.

Work Schedule & Flexibility

• Minimum of 45 hours per week.
• Primarily onsite at the Delavan WI location with flexibility to travel to other Radius locations as needed.
• Willingness to support all production shifts in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated teamwork and willingness to assist with additional projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of HR experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal negotiation and conflictresolution skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and timemanagement skills.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with or ability to quickly learn Paycom HRIS.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Regular lifting up to 30 pounds; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb bend stoop reach and maintain balance.
• Comfortable working in temperatures ranging from 60F to 110F.
• Ability to wear required PPE including hearing and eye protection.
• Visual acuity to detect equipment alignment issues defects and variances.

Benefits

Radius Packaging offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:

• Competitive pay
• Health dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Short and longterm disability
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus potential
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Additional voluntary benefits

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