Human Resources Business Associate - Hannibal, MO

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.​

OVERVIEW

Human Resources at General Mills is well-established as a strategic business partner. We enable our company to win and our employees to maximize their full potential by building competitively superior talent, agile organizations, world class capabilities and a distinctive and undeniable culture worldwide.

We are seeking a talented Human Resources Business Associate to join our manufacturing plant in Hannibal, Missouri. The Human Resources Business Associate at General Mills is responsible for leading the execution of key HR initiatives. Candidates should have considerable knowledge of Human Resource principles and practices, including but not limited to, Talent Management, Compensation, Data Insights and Project Management.

General Mills Hannibal Plant makes food people love that directly supports the General Mills Supply Chain Snacks and Meals businesses. Hannibal produces consumer brands such as Nature Valley, Old El Paso, and Betty Crocker. The Hannibal Plant is also proud to be the single source producer for our Progresso Soup Brand. The Hannibal Plant operates production out of multiple buildings and supports a separate warehouse & distribution site near the plant. Hannibal is located just 90 minutes north of St. Louis, Missouri.

WHAT WILL I DO?

• Drive Business Results - through a focus on growing the business, paired with expertise in areas such as organizational design, talent management, and employee relations
• Be a Thought Leader - by understanding industry best practices, embracing and leading changes, challenging the status quo, and providing innovative solutions
• Grow our Championship Culture - through talent development, process improvement, and high employee engagement by connecting with employees
• Act as a Trusted Advisor – by coaching leaders at all levels of the organization with confidence and credibility
• Kick Off a Real Career, Right Now - from "Day One," you are responsible for impactful and meaningful work

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• HR Business Partner for functional client groups
• Project lead for change management initiatives
• Partner with HR Manager and plant leadership in strategy development and execution
• Lead initiatives around annual process management (e.g. performance management cycle), workforce planning, employee engagement, championing belonging

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in ANY major; Bachelor’s in Human Resources Management or Business preferred
• At least 3 years of relevant experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with a focus on attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong customer service focus
• Strong technical skills with proficiency in Microsoft based applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access), Visio, and SharePoint; with a willingness to learn and master other software programs as needed
• Ability to drive results in a highly ambiguous and constantly changing environment
• Strong analytical, quantitative and critical thinking skills – ability to prepare and analyze
• HR reports, translate data into recommendations and take appropriate action to achieve desired business results
• Ability to lead and manage projects independently

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s in human resources or MBA preferred
• Previous experience in manufacturing environment preferred

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

• International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered

• Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this position is:

At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. ​

Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)​

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodation request form by following this link: Accommodation Request.