Human Resources Generalist at Primient
Knoxville, TN 37901
About the Job
About Primient
Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.
Ready for an HR career with more impact? Join a market leader in ingredient manufacturing that is poised for a new era of success.
About the role
We are seeking a dynamic and capable HR Generalist to join our team. Reporting to the site HR Business partner, this position will be based at our Loudon, TN site, supporting two manufacturing plants co-located. This exciting and challenging role will require you to use your HR knowledge and experience to shape our people strategy, implement HR processes and initiatives, manage employee relations, and provide support to managers on all HR matters, including employee relations, employee engagement, performance management, recruitment and selection, on- boarding, and facilitating learning and development.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands on on-site HR support to managers on HR issues.
- Provide guidance to management and front-line supervisors on employee relations matters and performance management issues.
- Conduct training for managers and employees on HR and company policies.
- Participate in HR projects such as talent acquisition and retention, workforce planning, and succession planning.
- Work proactively with plant leadership teams to assist in identifying and developing processes to strengthen employee engagement.
- Conduct effective and objective investigations regarding disciplinary issues.
- Manage employee performance and support disciplinary process where necessary.
- Co-lead our local recruitment efforts with support from our Global Talent Acquisition team.
About You
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred
- 4+ years of professional experience in HR
- Knowledge of HR laws and regulations in [region]
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and manage projects from start to finish
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills
- Presentation Skills
Total Rewards
The annual pay range estimated for this position is $61,141.60 - $76,427.00 and is bonus eligible.Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
Competitive Pay
Multiple Healthcare plan choices
Dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
Paid holidays & vacation
Floating days off
Parental leave for new parents
Employee resource groups
Learning & development programs
Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future
Career Path & Culture
Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning.
Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,
Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.
California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")
The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.
