Human Resources Generalist
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This position is based in Barry, IL and Relocation Assistance is Available

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including but not limited to collaborating with Talent Acquisition on hiring and interviewing staff, with Payroll on administering pay, and with Benefits for benefits and leave. The HR Generalist will maintain employment records, enforce company policies and practices, and ensure compliance with appropriate laws and regulations.

Location: The HR Generalist works onsite in our Barry, IL Cultivation and Production facility. Relocation assistance available.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage HR administrative processes related to timekeeping, payroll processing, leave management, injury reporting, benefits administration, HRIS data entry & maintenance, etc.
• Manage employee relations issues, build engagement, and resolve employee concerns effectively.
• Maintain a hands-on approach to HR functions and provide a visible presence in the plant.
• Provide guidance on performance management and progressive discipline at the location.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to recruit & hire exempt and non-exempt employees, and complete on-boarding paperwork for new employees.
• Collaborate on employee development and performance management planning with Leadership Development.
• Coordinate employee survey results action plans and drive positive employee engagement.
• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Monitors and ensures the organizations compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Conducts research and analysis of organizational trends including review of reports and metrics from the organizations human resource information system (HRIS) or talent management system.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to upper management.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Management.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Have 3-5 years of progressive HR experience
• Working knowledge of EEO, ADA, FMLA, and Workers Compensation
• Possess strong communication and collaboration skills
• Demonstrate a high level of initiative and drive to accomplish goals and deliver results
• Have the ability to deal with employees at all levels and maintain good employee relations
• Be flexible, motivated, and resourceful
• Have the ability to identify improvement opportunities, develop plans, execute, and achieve goals
• Have the ability to demonstrate resiliency in the face of change
• Be able to manage stressful situations calmly and swiftly

Preferred Job Requirements:

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR or SPHR certification
• 6 or more years of progressive HR experience in a plant setting
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrated project management and execution skills
• Have the ability to work independently while managing multiple projects.
• Experience in culture change and change management

Physical Requirements:

The position must occasionally lift, push, pull and /or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, this position is occasionally required to sit and regularly use hand(s) to handle, grasp, feel, and or touch. This position is frequently required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. This position requires you to speak and listen regularly.

Work Environment:

This position performs duties in an office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Company Overview

Ascend Wellness Holdings (AWH) is a vertically integrated cannabis cultivator, processor and provisioning center operator with assets in Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania. We seek to foster a robust and inclusive cannabis industry through a premium, unmatched customer-focused retail experience. We are looking to build a world-class team that will help carry out our mission of helping to shape the future of cannabis as a leading healthcare solution. We are committed to improving the quality of our patient's lives by offering unrivaled quality, consistency and meticulously curated products that satisfy our customers unique, individual needs. When it comes to customer service experience, our dispensaries will set a new standard of excellence, emphasizing health and wellness by a highly knowledgeable team. A team that is committed to our values, our people, and our communities; we are looking for people who are inspired by our vision and stay dedicated to our mission as we continuously expand.

EEO Statement

Ascend Wellness Holdings, LLC and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring / hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.