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HR Generalist - 2nd shift - Waverly, NE

Tyson Foods
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Sept 2025

About the role

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Job Details:

SUMMARY:

This position will serve as the first line of support for day-to-day inquiries from team members at the plant as well as assisting in coaching and guiding operations leadership on routine matters. The HR Generalist should be a highly customer-centric individual with a bias towards change and the ability to assist in propelling team success.

Responsibilities include:

  • Participate as a member of the Human Resources team and execute against organizational business plans.
  • Under limited direction from HRBPs, perform broad professional human resources responsibilities to support policies and programs, including onboarding & orientation, compensation, performance appraisal processes, benefits management (including annual enrollment), affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, complaint investigation, and HRIS.
  • Provide counsel in the interpretation and application of company policies through effective guidance for managers and team members, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.
  • Support the implementation of HR initiatives involving organizational culture, change management, and Talent Development leadership development, and career development. This will require classroom presentations and training.
  • In partnership with Talent Acquisition, assist in leading onboarding for new hires for supported groups.
  • Work with leaders to effectively create performance plans, ensure effective documentation, and collaborate with compliance and/or legal departments.
  • Conduct necessary workplace investigations and ensure effective tracking and responses to claims.
  • Own administrative activities, including but not limited to HR reporting, data analysis, exit processes, and employee transactions.
  • Support HRBP leadership in development of data gathering, presentation creation, and communications as needed.
  • Support retention and engagement initiatives across the supported business

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, or related field preferred.
  • Experience: 2-4 years of previous HR experience working in an HR business partner environment preferred, mfg. setting preferred.
  • Computer Skills: Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, and Outlook) and HRIS Systems preferred
  • Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Bilingual - fluent in Spanish or Vietnamese preferred
  • Special Skills: Experience in, conflict resolution, and progressive HR project work preferred; administration, performance management, and benefits management preferred; proven track record of building strong relationships vertically and horizontally within an organization; possesses high standards of ethical behavior, confidentiality, professionalism, and objectivity; skillful in listening and ascertaining the needs and concerns of people, and in communicating information concerning processes, policies, and procedures with accuracy and clarity; strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills; ability to analyze data; ability to handle competing priorities and adapt comfortably to interrupted workflow.

*Sponsorship is not offered for this position, and applicant must reside in the United States.

Highly recommended to include a resume in a PDF or Word Document format.

At Tyson Foods, our team members’ health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family.   Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment. All U.S. based team members are eligible for select fully funded diplomas, certificates, and degrees through high-quality programs, schools, and universities starting day one of employment.

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Telehealth services
  • Well-Being Support Programs
  • FSA and HSA available
  • 401k
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
  • Fully Funded Education
  • Discount Programs and more!

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Work Shift:

2ND SHIF

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