Human Resources Generalist 1

The Human Resources Generalist 1 is responsible for performing Human Resource related duties in a professional capacity, working closely with Human Resource Management to support HR processes at Cook. The Human Resources Generalist 1 will provide essential support for HR programs working cross collaboratively across multiple sites.

- Partner with hiring managers and functional leadership to achieve the overall staffing and employee development goals utilizing effective screening procedures to identify top candidates;

- Use company on-line recruiting system and other appropriate technology/venues for listing positions and sourcing candidates;

- Assist in implementation and administration of HR policies and procedures;

- Act as a resource for employee questions regarding payroll, leave management, benefits, etc; 

- Process reports and maintain records as needed;

- Coordinate and assist in new employee enrollment/orientation;

- Orchestrate termination processes, including delivering termination checklists and conducting exit interviews;

- Provide administrative support for the site as needed; 

- Assist in executing corporate DEI efforts locally for the site; 

- Work cross functionally supporting other Cook locations onboarding initiatives as needed;

- Must work and interact effectively and professionally with and for others throughout various levels of the global organization;

- Must strictly adhere to safety requirements;

- Maintain regular and punctual attendance;

- Provide conflict resolution as needed within the teams; 

- Must have effective communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative and independent work situations and environments with minimal supervision; and

- Ability to remain calm and receptive in fast paced situations.

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field, or experience of such kind and amount as to provide a comparable background;
- Minimum 2 years experience in HR or related area;
- Experience in customer cervice, project planning/management and employee orientation;
- Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within the HR field;

- Works under general office environmental conditions;
- Sitting for extended periods, utilizes close visual acuity for working with computers, etc.;
- The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel or crouch;

- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, subject to reasonable accommodation requirements under the ADA; and 

- Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States.  Cook does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.