HR Generalist

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka. 

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Barton 1792 Distillery is a family-owned company based in Nelson County, Kentucky, whose rich distilling tradition dates back to 1789. Barton 1792 is a fully operational distillery producing bourbon, rye, and corn whiskey on site and bottling more than 60 labels. www.1792bourbon.com

Position Overview: We are seeking a versatile and experienced HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team at Barton 1792 Distillery. The HR Generalist will play a key role in providing comprehensive HR support across various functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training and development, and HR administration. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of HR best practices, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment and Onboarding:
• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring candidates
• Coordinate job postings on various platforms and networks to attract qualified candidates
• Conduct new hire orientation sessions and facilitate the onboarding process
• Manage internal job bid process for team members covered by the collective bargaining agreement
2. Employee Relations:
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns, providing guidance and support as needed
• Conduct investigations into employee complaints or issues and recommend appropriate resolutions
• Assist with employee disciplinary actions and terminations when necessary
• Maintains constructive working relationship with union leadership
3. Performance Management:
• Continually seek ways to improve performance as measured by departmental KPI's
• Administer the attendance policy, ensuring accuracy and up to date activity, and communicate regularly with management team and ensure timely administration of necessary actions
4. HR Administration:
• Maintain employee records and HRIS database, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations
• Partner with corporate center of excellence for assistance with benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and communication with vendors
• Prepare and maintain HR-related reports and metrics for management review
5. Compliance and Policy Adherence:
• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations
• Assist with the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and initiatives

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• Minimum 3 years relevant Human Resources experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems
• Ability to communicate with all levels of an org
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities

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