Thrive Resources Careers Jobs in Usa

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Human Resource Organizational Development (OD) Intern based in Chicago, IL.

Duration: 12-month internship

Requirements

The Human Resource OD Intern will assist the Lactalis USA Organizational Development (OD) Department with various assignments and projects related to the functions of training, performance management, campus management, and employee engagement.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Support the rollout of national training initiatives, including drafting communications for HR and management, overseeing session calendars, and coordinating with trainers to accommodate all scheduled sessions.
• Preview and edit company training programs and assist with program rollouts.
• Assist in the maintenance of training and development budgets by tracking invoices and maintaining training attendance records.
• Monitor the monthly service KPIs and propose action plans accordingly.
• Assist with identification and sourcing of local training providers as well as coordinating meetings with vendors to assist business and functional units with their training and development needs.
• Provide support to the Organizational Development team with other talent management initiatives and projects as assigned (i.e.: employee engagement, performance management cycle, etc.).
• Create LMS training reports and assist with campaign tracking to identify employees who still need to complete required training or performance review tasks.

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

• College Diploma or Degree with a concentration in Human Resources or Business, completed or in progress.
• Experience in administrative support, HR, or customer service is an asset.
• High proficiency with standard office computer technology such as Microsoft Office (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint) and the internet (i.e.: online research skills).
• Ability to understand and recognize priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive HR information.
• Strong communication skills both oral and written with professionalism.
• Highly organized with exceptional detail orientation and time management.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.

SET SEG is looking for a Human Resources Generalist that will serve as a strategic partner in driving the organization's talent acquisition strategy while supporting core HR operations. This role leads full-cycle recruiting efforts, proactively builds talent pipelines, and strengthens employer branding to attract high-quality candidates in a competitive market. In addition to recruiting, the HR Generalist supports employee relations, onboarding, compliance, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate is a results-driven recruiter who thrives on sourcing top talent, building relationships, and continuously improving hiring processes while maintaining strong HR fundamentals.

WHO WE ARE

School Employers Trust (SET) is a non-profit company that was created after a monumental shift in school funding happened in 1965. SET, which began in 1971, served as an employee benefits association focused on offering comprehensive and affordable employee benefit solutions to Michigan public schools and their employees. Two years later, its partner organization School Employers Group (SEG) was formed to administer compensation and fringe benefits for SET. As schools were faced with more challenges related to insurance, SEG evolved and grew into a company that provides workers' compensation and property/casualty services for Michigan public schools.

Today, SET SEG continues to expand and find creative ways to meet the specialized needs of its members. This, coupled with superior member experience, is why SET SEG has maintained its position as an industry leader in the school insurance market.

We value those who proactively solve challenges, simplify the complex, thrive in a fast-paced setting, have a customer-first mentality, and seek a collaborative and inclusive work environment. We offer 100% employer paid insurance (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Time off (PTO), and paid parental leave.

Our passion is delivering peace of mind to Michigan public schools, and we look for team members who are motivated by our cause. To learn more, visit: YOU ARE

You are energized by working with a collaborative team and industry peers to support Michigan public schools through their challenges. You seek understanding and are motivated to tackle projects and problems with the customer in mind. You anticipate needs and preempt challenges and concerns, delivering increasingly relevant customer experiences over time. You value a culture that is rooted in mutual respect, where you can learn from different perspectives and roles.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for a variety of roles across the organization.
• Design and execute creative sourcing strategies using job boards, LinkedIn, networking, referrals, and community outreach.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles.
• Screen resumes, conduct phone interviews, and coordinate hiring manager interviews.
• Partner with hiring managers to clarify job requirements, timelines, and selection criteria.
• Draft and post compelling job advertisements aligned with company branding.
• Coordinate offers, background checks, and pre-employment processes.
• Track recruiting metrics, continuously improving hiring efficiency and quality.
• Support employer branding initiatives, career fairs, and community recruiting events.
• Coordinate onboarding and new hire orientation.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee HR questions and guidance.
• Support performance management and employee development processes.
• Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS.
• Assist with benefits administration and open enrollment support.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and assist with corporate compliance program initiatives.
• Support planning and execution of HR company-wide activities, trainings, and employee events.
• Oversee the management of job descriptions to include creating, verifying, determining FLSA status, and updating periodically.
• Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to continually improve efficiency of the department and services performed.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3 – 5 years of HR experience with a strong focus on full-cycle recruiting and proactive sourcing.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.
• Proven success in sourcing and hiring for multiple job types and levels.
• Strong interviewing and candidate assessment skills.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems.
• Positive, customer service orientation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Maintains and develops relationships.
• Problem solver with ability to be flexible to changing demands.
• Demonstrates excellent writing skills and communicates in a clear, articulate manner.
• Maintains a superior level of professionalism.
• Models and reinforces cultural values.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to prioritize workload, handle multiple tasks at once and strong attention to detail is required.
• Takes initiative and operates efficiently and effectively.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel and Power Point.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Several hours per day at a sit/stand desk, average mobility to move around an office environment; able to spend several hours per day at a computer. Punctual, regular, and consistent attendance is required.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

The Manager, HR partners with management across our Nampa facility to build people and plant capabilities that enable business results to be delivered. Contribute feedback to and follow HR practices and processes to serve plant management and employees. Set HR priorities. Facilitate completion of HR processes, including appraisals, compensation, and Talent Development. Process Payroll and administer Onboarding. Communicate with, engage, and recognize employees. Address employee issues. Interface regularly with the Corporate HR Team.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Lactalis American Group, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring an HR Manager, based onsite in Nampa, ID.

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Provide HR leadership and guidance to influence plant management on HR priorities and items.
• Serve as management and employee resource. Partner with managers to appraise, develop, communicate with, engage, compensate, and recognize employees.
• Address employee issues, including performance and discipline. Conduct investigations. Refer to employee handbook, clarifying policies.
• Generate HR systems reports to understand items such as labor costs and turnover to then take action.
• Interfaces with department managers, following labor cost, and productivity ensuring departments are in line with budget.
• Partners with HR team to assist in preparing budget files as required from plant controller.
• May assist with benefits Open Enrollment.
• May assist with processing payroll directly or through HR team member.
• Interface regularly with Corporate HR Team and plant HRMs, and, where needed Legal, Compliance, and Safety.
• Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and well-being of all employees and that will further contribute to the Company's overall performance and success.
• Travel and/or extended or off work hours may be required.
• This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone, and/or allowance(s) may be provided.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these Essential Duties and Responsibilities.

Work Conditions

• Travel may be required seldom.
• Extended hours may be necessary depending on the project needs.
• To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone or, and / or allowance(s) may be provided.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.
• This position requires physical presence in the plant office.
• Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and well-being of all employees and that will further contribute to the Company's overall performance and success.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Please note: Bi-Lingual English/Spanish required for this position.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or higher preferred

Experience

• 6+ years HR experience required
• 4+ years experience within a Manufacturing setting required
• Experience working through complex employee relations

Specialized Knowledge

• HR systems
• Employment and Labor Law
• Labor costs

Skills / Abilities

• Bi-Lingual English/Spanish required
• Microsoft Office, especially Excel required
• HR Information Systems; Paylocity and KRONOS preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build rapport well with all levels
• Demonstrate strong project management and analytical skills
• Ability to organize, multi-task, and prioritize
• Act swiftly and creatively in fast-paced environment with ever changing needs
• Maintain strict confidentiality.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.

Description

At Lactalis USA, we believe in promoting from within and giving our employees meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, we'll provide the tools and support you need to succeed.

Lactalis is the world leader in dairy-a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Every day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together every day.

In the US, we offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with sour cream and a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We're building a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us make an impact.

From your PASSION to ours:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1.\tEnsures visitors (Non - Lactalis employees & Government employees) going into the plant for a tour fill out confidentiality forms, have an approved tour form filed out ahead of time and are added to the visitor entry log.

2.\tGreets employees/visitors and reaches out to the appropriate contact.

3.\tPicks up, drops off and distributes mail on a daily basis.

4.\tGenerates a birthday/anniversary list on a monthly basis and distributes birthday cards.

5.\tResponsible for ordering all office supplies while working with a monthly budget.

6.\tWorks with the HR team in regard to employee events.

7.\tOrders and maintains all aspects of employee uniforms working with the uniform company, including balancing invoices.

8.\tCollects temp hours, sends them to the proper agency and balances weekly invoice.

9.\tEnsure the coffee room is clean and fully stocked, ordering products as needed.

10.\tKeeps the foyer clean and presentable.

11.\tGather all PPE for visitors or tours and keep supplies stocked.

12.\tMakes binders for new hire orientation as needed.

13.\tConducts orientation for new hires.

14.\tDraft and send out new hire announcements/promotions.

15.\tBook travel arrangements as needed through Concur system.

16.\tOrders boots/shoes/uniforms for all employees and distributes to appropriate department.

17.\tOrder lunch as needed for meetings.

18.\tEnsure the front area is shut down properly at end of day, doors locked, coffee room, reception area and desk area locked properly, and powered down.

19.\tThis description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

*\tTwo-three years' related experience required.

*\tAttention to detail and follow-up extremely important.

*\tStrong communication and organizational skills required.

*\tMust be able to manage multiple projects in a fast-changing environment.

*\tStrong computer skills and experience with Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel programs.

*\tHighly motivated, dynamic, efficient, fast learning and self-starter.

Education and/or Experience:

*\tHigh School Diploma or Equivalency.

Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our strategic plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting Faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

About Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's Faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and is No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Tech's Mission and Values

Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:

1. Students are our top priority.

2. We strive for excellence.

3. We thrive on diversity.

4. We celebrate collaboration.

5. We champion innovation.

6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.

7. We nurture the well-being of our community.

8. We act ethically.

9. We are responsible stewards.

Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good, breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

Georgia Tech Human Resources (GTHR) serves the Institute and its more than 14,000 employees through strategic counsel, employee engagement, and essential human capital management operations. As the people's unit, GTHR is engaged throughout the employee's lifetime at Georgia Tech. Our team works with sensitive employee information and assists in the management of complex employee issues. Professionalism and confidence are of the utmost importance within our team.

• Process payroll and maintain employment data for approximately 14,000 active faculty, staff, and students
• Strive to attract, recruit, and retain the best talent in the marketplace.
• Provide immigration, labor, and tax support required for foreign national faculty and staff to work at Georgia Tech and support employees performing services overseas.
• Leverage a market-driven compensation structure to attract and retain employees.
• Advise employees and managers regarding work performance and conflict management.

Educational Requirements
Associate degree in related discipline or equivalent, related experience.

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in immigration or employment-related legal practice.
• Working knowledge of immigration law and applicable regulatory frameworks.
• Experience handling matters related to foreign national employment
• Familiarity with immigrant regulations, compliance procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Understanding of foreign national tax compliance obligations and reporting requirements.

Pay Range: $55,029-$64,935/yr.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at policymanual/section6/C2653.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individuals race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

The candidate of choice will be required to pass a pre-employment background screening. employment/pre-employment-screening.

Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our strategic plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

About Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Tech's Mission and Values

Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:

1. Students are our top priority.

2. We strive for excellence.

3. We thrive on diversity.

4. We celebrate collaboration.

5. We champion innovation.

6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.

7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community.

8. We act ethically.

9. We are responsible stewards.

Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact

The School of Economics is an innovative and growing unit in the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts. The school currently has 26 full-time faculty, over 300 majors, nearly 200 minors, and teaches over 4,000 students each year in its courses. The school has a dynamic and energetic environment, regularly hosting conferences, workshops, seminars, and student and alumni events. Our faculty and students engage in data-driven, often interdisciplinary research to solve society's most complex problems, including those in the areas of health and healthcare, environmental and energy systems management, global development, poverty, international trade, and the design of real-world market institutions.

The Human Resource Manager is responsible for executing and managing various human resource functions, including recruitment, employee relations, and performance management within the institution. This position focuses on implementing Human Resource policies and procedures, providing support to employees and managers, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.

Job Duty 1 - Execute recruitment processes by sourcing, interviewing, and selecting candidates to fill open positions within the institution.
Job Duty 2 - Develop and maintain Human Resource policies and procedures by conducting research and ensuring alignment with institutional goals and compliance standards.
Job Duty 3 - Coordinate benefits administration by overseeing the enrollment process and responding to employee inquiries regarding benefits programs.
Job Duty 4 - Manage employee relations issues by addressing concerns, mediating conflicts, and providing guidance to employees and managers on Human Resource policies.
Job Duty 5 - Implement performance management programs by facilitating performance evaluations and providing support to managers in setting employee goals.
Job Duty 6 - Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge and conducting audits of Human Resource practices.
Job Duty 7 - Administer employee training and development programs by identifying training needs and coordinating opportunities for professional growth.
Job Duty 8 - Analyze Human Resource metrics and data to report on trends, turnover rates, and employee satisfaction to inform decision-making.
Job Duty 9 - Prepare reports and presentations for senior leadership to communicate Human Resource initiatives, metrics, and recommendations for improvements.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent, related experience

Required Experience
4+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's degree in a related discipline or equivalent, related experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

1 - 2 years of experience working with faculty affairs

Cover letter, resume, and a list of three references.

SKILLS
This position requires supervisory and organization skills, knowledge of general office administrative processes and practices, records management, and event planning. Use of office-related computer applications is required.

A review of applications will begin on March 1, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to apply on or before this date for optimal consideration; however, the search will continue until the position is filled.

Questions about the position may be directed to the Director of HR, Mitzi Williams,

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at policymanual/section6/C2653.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Atlanta, GA

Job Grade: G6

Anticipated salary range of $66,698 to $78,907 will be commensurate with qualifications.

Successful candidate must be able to pass a position of trust + education background check. Please visit employment/pre-employment-screening

Position Title: HR Specialist

Work Location: Johnson City, TN.

Assignment Duration: 3 months

Max Pay Rate $ 24.83 /hourly

Position Summary: Currently recruiting for a Human Resources Specialist, reporting to the Human Resources Manager, Operations, to work on corporate initiatives and provide direct support to our fast-growing manufacturing facility in Johnson City, TN.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the recruitment process, including job postings, screening candidates, and coordinating interviews for all hourly positions.
• Conduct comprehensive new employee orientations to introduce company policies, culture, and expectations. Ensure a smooth onboarding process by coordinating with various departments to provide necessary training, resources, and support. Facilitate the integration of new hires into the team, addressing any questions or concerns they may have to foster a positive and productive start
• Maintain employee records and ensure data accuracy in HR systems. Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and best practices.
• Address employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Hands-on employee relations, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions, working to support values-based behaviors and a thriving, highly engaged culture within the organization.
• Partner with department leadership to develop strategies and solutions to ensure high employee engagement and organizational achievement. Key areas of focus will be employee engagement, retention, and talent acquisition.
• Support structured change management initiatives to ensure smooth transitions, supporting ongoing organizational development as the company grows and faces the accompanying challenges.
• Analyzes data and statistics for trends and patterns with attention to recruitment, hiring practices, motivation, turnover, and compliance with employment laws and regulation and shares findings with HR leadership.
• Based on metrics and analysis, makes recommendations for policies and activities to improve the organizational culture including suggestions to attract and hire qualified candidates, to motivate and retain employees, to address staffing issues, and to maintain legal compliance.
• May conduct or assist with conducting classification audits to ensure that jobs are properly classified as exempt or nonexempt.
• Ensure that all duties are carried out consistent with the strategy, mission, vision and values of the business.
• Take on any additional tasks or projects as assigned by leadership to support team objectives and organizational goals.
• Conduct all work activities in compliance with Federal and State laws and Company safety policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

Qualification & Experience:

• Must have excellent communication skills. This position will challenge the incumbent to learn and grow professionally, so the ideal candidate must be highly adaptable and demonstrate an eagerness to grow. Previous experience in a multi-national organization is desired, but not required.

Education:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business or a related field and up to 2+ years of relevant Human Resources experience, with a demonstrated knowledge of core HR principles and practices.

Avantor is looking for an experienced Sr. Human Resources Generalist to support our Devens, MA manufacturing site. The Human Resources Generalist will provide support to HR Business Partners and partner with their functional business leaders and associates within Avantor to implement key HR processes and programs.

This role is responsible for assisting in providing strategic HR support in the areas of employee relations, compliance, diversity, performance management, HR analysis, process redesign, succession planning, organizational development, and career development.

This is an onsite role and in a manufacturing based environment.

What we're looking for

• Education: Bachelors degree required

• Experience: Requires minimum of 5 years of experience in Human Resources (working for a medium to large size corporate highly preferred)

• Experience in manufacturing industry

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification preferred

• Employee Relations and Project Management experience is a plus

• Demonstrated interest and aptitude for personal learning and HR career development

• Shown ability to build relationships with both internal and external customers

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to handle associate conflicts and differences by interpreting verbal/ non-verbal behavior, detecting perceptions and needs of associates, understanding and valuing associate differences

• Requires working knowledge of MS Office and HRIS systems

• Ability to work independently and with a team

How you will thrive an create an impact

• Function as a strategic HR Generalist providing HR counsel to on-site management teams; responsible for managing the day to day operations of the HR department.

• Conducts employee relations investigations and facilitates effective communications and collaborative problem-solving strategies to prevent or resolve employee relations issues under the direction of the HRBP.

• Coaches and counsels front line leaders on talent management practices, employee relations issues, implementing corrective actions, recruitment strategies and increasing opportunities for employee engagement.

• Gathers, analyzes, and interprets HR data to identify trends and opportunities; assists HRBP to develop strategies and tactics based on those trends.

• Participates in functional staff meetings and provides HR insights on business issues when necessary.

• Assists in projects and/or participates as a project team member on company-wide HR initiatives.

• Assists in implementing Avantor HR policies and procedures as well as monitoring the effectiveness of these programs. Assists assigned functional teams with the understanding of these programs.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

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