Bethlehem, PA | Onsite | Temp-to-Hire | $35 – $40/hour
About the Organization
Our client is a global leader in high-quality chocolate and cocoa manufacturing, committed to sustainability, innovation, and being a best-in-class employer. With operations spanning complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions worldwide, our client fosters a dynamic, values-driven culture focused on continuous learning and inclusion.
Position Summary
The HR Generalist will manage the day-to-day HR function at our client's Bethlehem Warehouse facility. As part of the local management team, this person will serve as a true business partner, helping design, drive, and implement HR and operational initiatives onsite. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity with a genuine path to permanent placement for the right candidate.
What You'll Do
- Manage full-cycle recruitment for exempt and non-exempt staff, including postings, applicant evaluation, and pre-employment screening
- Serve as a functional resource ensuring employee understanding of and compliance with benefits, HR policies, and regulations
- Administer leave of absence programs, including FMLA
- Manage timecard and PTO approval processes
- Ensure HRIS and employee filing systems are properly maintained
- Drive employee engagement action planning and retention initiatives
- Lead investigations and provide mentorship to managers/supervisors on disciplinary recommendations
- Partner with leadership to resolve employee issues and improve engagement, retention, and performance
- Support successful roll-out of performance management processes, including goal setting and development plans
- Partner with the Environmental, Safety & Health team to support workplace safety programs
- Identify and implement training solutions across departments
What We're Looking For
- 3-5 years of HR experience in food manufacturing or warehousing environments
- BA/BS in Human Resources Management or related field, or equivalent experience
- Strong HRIS proficiency; experience with ADP Workforce Now and Success Factors preferred
- Working knowledge of federal and state-level employment labor laws
- General knowledge of OSHA regulations
- HR certification (PHR/SHRM) preferred, not required
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
- Ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable working with diverse personalities across all levels of the organization
Additional Details
- Onsite in Bethlehem, PA
- Temp-to-hire structure, with a genuine path to permanent placement
- Compensation: $35-$40/hour
- LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/
- Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility
- Strong internal culture of diversity and inclusion, with active employee resource groups
- Real opportunity for professional growth and internal career development
- Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.
LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here
All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.