Job Description
Job Description
AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Employee Relations Specialist .
Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.
Duties & Responsibilities :
- Field many types of phone calls, including concerns or complaints from managers and team members
- Promote positive employee relations within all levels of the company
- Investigate team member complaints and concerns, and assisting in their resolution
- Assist in investigation and coordination of disciplinary actions
- Advise managers on company policies and procedures and how to deal with employee relations issues to ensure consistency in applying company policies and federal, state, and local employment laws
- Administer company correspondence for high-volume unemployment claims and represent the company at unemployment hearings
- Respond to charges of discrimination with the EEOC, OCRC, etc.
- Conduct and participate in training sessions on topics such as harassment awareness, disciplinary processes, and anti-discrimination laws
- Assist with Leave Administration
- Complete administrative tasks within the Employee Relations Department
- Participate in other employee relations / human resources programs, projects and functions as needed
Requirements :
A degree in human resources, business administration, or related field is preferredMinimum of 2 years’ experience in Employee Relations is requiredPHR or SHRM certification preferred, but not requiredA professional, service-oriented dispositionAbility to remain calm and pleasant while diffusing tense or angry situationsExceptional communication skills; ability to interact with all levels of the company with tact and diplomacyCapacity to thrive and re-prioritize work in a fast-paced, ever changing environmentAbility to work both independently and as part of a teamAbility to maintain a high level of confidentiality in a mature and non-judgmental mannerKnowledge of federal, state, and local employment lawsPersonal characteristics that include : high levels of confidence and resilience, self-motivation, flexibility, superior work ethics and integrity, and a positive attitudeKnowledge and experience using ADP or other HRIS systems preferredBenefits :
AVI is proud of its team members and appreciates the hard work, loyalty and committed service they provide every day, which is why we offer the following :
A family culture and atmosphereCompetitive compensationHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members401(k) with generous company matchPaid vacations and holidaysImmense training and growth opportunitiesWe conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE