People & Culture Generalist / Representative

How would we describe a career with Agri-Mark/McCadam/Cabot Creamery? More than 100 years of: Farmers, Family, Mission, Purpose, Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Work Ethic, Teamwork, Pride in Award Winning Products, and Agriculture.

Cabot Creamery achieved B Corp certification in 2012 and became the world's first dairy co-op to do so. This certification demonstrates our commitment to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet.

We have a great opportunity for a People & Culture Generalist / Representative to join our team! . This position is located on-site at our Cabot Campus. In beautiful Cabot, Vermont.

What you'll be doing:

• Administer various People and Culture plans and procedures for worksite personnel.
• Conduct recruitment efforts for assigned positions coordinating with internal and external resources as required.
• Conduct new-employee orientations and onboarding.
• Process required portions of employee payroll.
• Coach and advise leaders and employees with employee relations matters.
• Monitor the performance evaluation cycle and ensure they are done in a timely manner.
• Interpret and explain company policies and procedures for leaders and employees.
• Provide information on company benefits to candidates for employment and existing employees.
• Research and make recommendations regarding a variety of P&C matters to their leader.
• Maintain worksite compliance with federal, state and local employment and benefits laws and regulations.
• Assist with workers' compensation matters including liaising with the insurance carrier, employee, providers and with return to work details.
• Learn about business operations to become a valued business partner.
• Draft and develop job descriptions.
• Promote and champion the company's values in the workplace.
• Maintain employee personnel files.
• Assist with the delivery of various training programs.
• Assist other locations with P&C matters as needed.
• Conduct work with integrity, objectivity, competence, fairness, confidentiality, professionalism, and diligence.
• All other duties as assigned.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal/written) skills are essential.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and/or larger group situations.
• Analytical skills to identify root causes and resolve situations and problems with viable solutions.
• The ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with demonstrated skill in organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications.
• The ability to stay calm under pressure.
• The ability to handle delicate personal matters in a professional, confidential, and caring manner.
• The ability to read, comprehend and apply the principles from technical material, policies, and/or manuals.
• A degree in a related field of study preferred, with 3-5 years related Human Resources Generalist experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Minimum Qualifications: Generalist

• Two (2) + years of relevant People & Culture experience at a P&C Generalist level required.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, communication (verbal and written) and organization skills. Must be an effective team player.
• Computer skills, to include but not limited to, the Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.
• A high degree of integrity, ethics, and judgment.

Minimum Qualifications: Representative

• Self-starter with ability to interact well with employees at all levels within the company as well as outside entities.
• Ability to stay professional under pressure, and able to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with demonstrated skill in organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications.
• A high degree of integrity, ethics, and judgment required.

Salary range dependent on level in which candidate is hired. People and Culture Representative Range: $55,000-$65,000. People and Culture Generalist Range: $60,000-$70,000.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance plans with Blue Cross/Blue Shield, to support the different needs of every family w/Teledoc Assistance + Dental & Vision.
• 401(k) Program with Company Match
• Paid Time Off / Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability
• Additional Supplemental Benefits Available
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for Career Advancement and Growth and much more!

Agri-Mark is an equal opportunity employer. The company is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every qualified prospective and current employee. The company does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, crime victim status, age, physical or mental disability, a positive result from an HIV-related blood test, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected under applicable federal and/or state law.

Agri-Mark complies with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.