HR Specialist

We are looking for a detail-oriented and people centric HR professional who thrives in a fast paced, dynamic environment.  The HR Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting our team in Spencer, Wisconsin.  In this role, you’ll focus on recruitment, positive employee relations and process ownership within the local HR team. 

Job Description:

• Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and deliver on recruiting plan.

• Ensure a positive candidate experience in partnership with our Talent Acquisition team.

• Foster a positive work environment and promote employee engagement.

• Address employee concerns and conduct investigations when necessary.

• Own and manage local HR processes and maintain accurate employee records.

• Coordinate onboarding and orientation for new hires.

• Partner with leadership, HR, and Labor to ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreement.

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field and 1 years of experience in HR generalist role is preferred.  Candidates with an Associate’s degree in a related field and 3 years of experience may be considered.

• Experience working in a union environment preferred.

Qualifications for Success:

• Ability to thrive and demonstrate agility in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

• Works well with cross-functional teams and fosters collaboration.

• Committed to providing exceptional service to employees and leaders.

• Communicates effectively in an open and timely manner.

• Administers HR policies fairly and consistently.

• Handles all matters confidentially and with great tact and professionalism.

• Balances competing priorities with a sense of urgency.

Note:  This is a three-shift manufacturing plant (5 days per week).  The HR Specialist must be flexible to work varying hours from time to time to support the needs of the operation.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.