Generalist I, Plant HR

About the Role The Generalist I, Plant HR at Sonoco will lead the plant HR function in Toluca, Mexico, overseeing compensation, compliance, talent management, employee relations and engagement, DE&I, and recruitment support in partnership with COEs, plant leadership and the Field HR Manager. What You'll Do

• Oversee employee compensation: Implements compensation changes consistently using best practices, including spot bonuses, job structures and base rates; design programs for the local external environment with Corporate Compensation; ensure general wage increases are communicated; handle workers’ compensation claims.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and HR regulations: keep plant management updated on compliance topics; conduct annual harassment and workplace violence training; serve as point of contact for other compliance training topics (e.g., cyber security) as needed.
• Oversee talent management: collaborate with COEs, plant leadership and Field HR Manager; develop coaching skills for performance improvement; manage plant progression and development plans; advise on company policies, procedures, legal requirements, performance, discipline, benefits, restructuring; provide coaching to operations leadership.
• Oversee Employee Relations, Engagement and DE&I: build positive relationships with salaried and hourly workforce; facilitate open discussion and conflict resolution; monitor engagement and morale; investigate employee issues; review Disciplinary Background Investigations and train others in the process; partner with corporate DE&I functions for plant training and activities.
• Support plant recruiting: partner with COE to identify needs, monitor recruiting efforts and adjust strategy to attract talent; in locations without recruiting partners, work with plant leadership to identify needs and fill open positions in a timely manner. What We're Looking For
• Experience in HR generalist responsibilities including compensation, compliance, employee relations, engagement, and talent management.
• Knowledge of employment law and HR compliance regulations; ability to keep management informed on topics; experience conducting trainings and investigations; strong coaching and counseling skills.
• Ability to collaborate with COEs, plant leadership and the Field HR Manager; experience partnering with corporate HR functions; able to coach operations leadership.
• Strong relationship-building skills with both salaried and hourly workforce; ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and integrity.
• Experience supporting recruiting efforts and adjusting strategies to attract talent.