Description:

About Asahi Beer USA:

Asahi Beer USA is a premium beverage business headquartered in the U.S., with a focus on building and expanding a portfolio of super premium brands including Asahi Super Dry and Twisted Shotz. As part of Asahi Europe & International, the global arm of Asahi Group Holdings, the U.S. team plays a strategic role in shaping the future of Asahi’s international portfolio through consumer-led innovation and agile market execution. With access to global brands, insights, and capabilities, and supported by Octopi Brewing— a leading production facility based in Wisconsin — Asahi Beer USA combines local agility with global scale to deliver high-quality, distinctive products to U.S. consumers and drive growth across the RTD and beer categories.

Job Summary:

The HR Generalist is responsible for managing the employee lifecycle with accuracy and full compliance. This role is responsible for recruiting new hires, onboarding employees, and performing administrative tasks to support effective and efficient operations of the Human Resource department. While recruiting and onboarding are a large focus, the HR Generalist will also be involved in performance management, compliance, and employee relations.

Primary Responsibilities:

Recruiting:

Create, revise, and edit job descriptions.
Meet with various internal teams and hiring managers to understand hiring needs and desired qualifications.
Post to job boards and update positions in a timely manner.
Review resumes and applications.
Find experienced candidates that match company culture.
Attend local job fairs.
Schedule and perform phone interviews.
Schedule interviews with hiring managers.
Fill positions based on level of urgency.
Develop new strategies and programs to attract candidates.

Hiring:

Complete reference checks.
Gather appropriate documentation and run background checks.
Draft and send offers.

Onboarding:

Assist employees in completion of new hire onboarding materials (including W-4s, I-9).
Prepare employees for their first day. Communicate and collaborate with internal teams to prepare for the incoming hire.
Schedule and present in new hire orientations. Review company policies and employee handbook with new hires.

Administrative/Other Tasks:

Be the initial contact for employee questions and requests. They will also address concerns, handle investigations and support employee performance and development.
Keep compliance with Department of Transportation requirements.
Update employee records with accuracy.
Maintain and track headcount budget with support from Head of HR.
Assist with conducting two-week and 90-day check-ins with new employees.
Support communications through company newsletter, updating mailing lists.
Responsible for organizing employee files and all HR documentation.
Create, revise, and edit SOPs for the HR department.
Collaborate with HR team on team goals and company initiatives.
Follow up with employees on required safety, IT and HR trainings to ensure completion.
Assist with planning and hosting employee events and initiatives to increase employee engagement.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommend best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
Retain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Required Skills/Abilities:

Thorough understanding of HR best practices, as well as applicable policies and federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma required. Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in HR-related field, preferred.
3+ years HR experience, with focus on recruiting, hiring or onboarding, preferred.
SHRM-CP a plus.

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