Human Resources Generalist

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to understand business needs, influence people strategies, and provide consultative guidance on talent, culture, and engagement.
• Coach leaders through employee relations matters, performance management, and leadership development initiatives.
• Lead new employee onboarding and orientation, supporting new hires from offer through their first 90 days to ensure a seamless transition into culture and operations.
• Plan and support employee engagement events, such as wellness activities and recognition programs, that strengthen connection, belonging, and engagement across the distribution center.
• Design retention strategies, including stay interviews and milestone check‑ins, to keep employees engaged and growing.
• Collaborate on workforce planning and sourcing strategies, attending job fairs and partnering with community organizations to attract talent.
• Promote leadership training and development programs, ensuring managers have the tools to succeed.
• Guide employees and leaders on benefits, wellness, and retirement plans.
• Support compliance, FMLA, workers’ compensation, and policy implementation.
• Provide insight into HR metrics, helping leaders understand trends and make data‑informed decisions.

• 2+ years of broad HR experience required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources (preferred).
• PHR or SHRM‑CP certification (preferred).
• Excellent communication, coaching, and problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of HR laws, compliance, and current trends in the field.
• A people‑first mindset and passion for creating a workplace where employees can thrive.

Monday – Friday, Typical Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco‑free. Gordon Food Service is a drug‑free workplace and conducts pre‑employment drug tests.