HR Generalist
- Continuous Nurseries
- Salinas
- Syngenta Seeds
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About Us
At Syngenta, we are working to build the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture that provides leading seeds and crop protection innovations to enhance the prosperity of farmers. We are currently seeking a Human Resources Generalist for our North America Seeds team in Salinas, Puerto Rico. As the Human Resources Generalist, you will enhance the prosperity of farmers by:
- Demonstrating your leadership by your willingness to challenge the status quo, you understand that process should never impede progress
- Having high emotional intelligence and can manage relationships at all levels in an organization
- Influencing, coaching, and guiding individuals, using your strong persuasive and interpersonal skills
- Thriving in fast-paced, challenging environments, can navigate through complex and ambiguous situations, and prioritize work given multiple stake holders Requirements
About Syngenta
Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.
Accountabilities
- Provide professional HR support to Global and Regional HRBPs, business leaders and employees with regards to all people matters, including but not limited to:
- Talent acquisition support
- Talent development support
- Employee relations
- Compensation support
- Site support
- Projects
- Support the site leader in all HR matters
- Facilitate various talent development sessions including new hire orientation, team effectiveness sessions, manage learning plans and pathways in Learning Management System
- Run reports and analyze HR data
- Assist in employee survey administration, data collection and report creation
- Manage employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors. Will proactively liaise with other members of the HR team and/or legal counsel for their expertise with complex, sensitive matters.
- Coach and support managers for reorganization and termination notifications. This includes preparation of severance documentation, termination scripts, and supporting offboarding activities.
- Attend and participate in employee disciplinary and Action Plan meetings, terminations, and investigations.
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
- Act as primary HR point of contact for immigration and relocation cases within the US. Partner with our US and Global Mobility teams, HR Operations staff, managers, candidates and employees to successfully obtain and maintain government approval for critical talent to work in the US.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- Project management experience
- Exposure to US and Puerto Rico HR practices, policies, laws
- Demonstrated experience managing employee relations
- PHR certification desired
- Workday experience desired
- Experience working in a global matrix environment desired
- Working knowledge of US immigration processes desired
- Must be authorized to work for Syngenta in the United States without work authorization sponsorship.
What We Offer:
- Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do
- 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
- Open Vacation Policy with a minimum of 15 days of vacation and up to 30 days with manager approval, 9 Paid Holidays
- Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others
- A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity, and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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