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Senior Generalist, HR

Kraft Heinz · Champaign, IL · $77,800–$97,300 a year · Full time

Posted Jan 7, 2025 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about an employee relations investigation you handled in a plant. How did you reach a conclusion?

What they are checking: Whether they investigate fairly and document well in a manufacturing setting.

Tell me about a time you supported a team through organizational change.

What they are checking: Whether they help people understand and adjust to change, not just announce it.

Tell me about an engagement event or initiative you ran and how you knew it worked.

What they are checking: Whether they measure results of engagement work instead of just running events.

What would you do

How would you recruit hourly workers for a 24/7 plant in Champaign when turnover is high?

What they are checking: Whether they have practical ideas for pipelines and retention, not just posting jobs.

A supervisor on third shift wants to fire someone today. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they slow the decision enough to check facts, policy and consistency.

How do you build trust with hourly employees on off shifts you don't see every day?

What they are checking: Whether they will flex their schedule and show up across shifts, as the posting requires.

How do you handle a benefits or timekeeping error that affects an employee's paycheck?

What they are checking: Whether they fix pay problems quickly and with care, since they hit trust hard.

About the work

How do you keep HR system data accurate, and what analytics would you report monthly?

What they are checking: Whether they own data quality and know which metrics help a plant run.

How would you run a site training program so it's ready for an audit?

What they are checking: Whether they keep training records complete and tied to compliance requirements.

What employment laws do you watch most closely in a plant environment?

What they are checking: Whether they know rules like FMLA, ADA and wage and hour basics that come up daily.

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The full job description

As published by Kraft Heinz.

Job Description Sr. Human Resources Generalist Under the direction of the Plant HR Business Partner, the Sr Human Resources Generalist is responsible for the day-to-day administration of HR policies and programs. The Generalist performs duties at the professional level in some or all of the following functional areas: employee relations, training, employee communications and engagement, performance management, recruitment and staffing, law compliance and benefits administration. In this role, you will be asked to drive business results while delivering measurable goals within your factory in addition to implementing HR initiatives and programs. This role will be required flexing the schedule to support a 24/7 business, including off shift. What Will You Do? This role provides support for the HR team and client on human resource processes, including the following: workforce planning, annual reviews, compensation administration, organizational change/effectiveness, staffing and pipeline development, and recruiting for hourly workforce employees · Analytics: responsible for maintaining data accuracy within HR systems and compiling data analytics on a monthly cadence · Benefits: may assist with administration of employee benefits and maintain the timekeeping system · Compliance: participate in audits and own site’s training program · Employee Engagement: coordinate and activate employee engagement, communication plans, and employee activities · Employee Relations: assist in managing employee relations by investigating, resolving, and communicating employee questions, issues, or concerns · Onboarding: schedule new hire induction onboardings, conduct orientation for all newly hired employees; collect new hire paperwork, complete I9s, maintain records as needed · Performance Management: attendance tracking, KPI tracking, disciplinary action administration · Recruiting: participate in ongoing hiring strategies and efforts to elevate the team and organizational effectiveness · Training: assist in developing and administering appropriate training opportunities for employees to further their development Requirements · A ble to work off shift hours to support our 2nd and 3rd shift employees when needed. Preferred Qualifications · One to three years of experience in a Human Resources related profession · PHR or SPHR certification · Exposure to WorkDay Cloud, HCM, or related ATS platform · Proficiency in Microsoft Office · Possess updated knowledge of employment laws and practices · Experience in supervising · Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university Base Pay: 75,600-94,500 and Target Total Cash: 86,940-108,675 Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values. New Hire Base Salary Range: $77,800.00 - $97,300.00 Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents. The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families. You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example: • Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments • Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training • Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs • Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability Location(s) Champaign Plant Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com .

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