People & Culture Generalist

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.
Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.
Why Campbell’s…
Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s. Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE HISTORY HERE
As a People & Culture Generalist, you will play a critical role in shaping a positive, respectful, and high-performing workplace culture within our manufacturing facility. Serving as a trusted partner to employees and leaders, you will help drive talent development, employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, and workforce excellence while ensuring the successful execution of key People & Culture initiatives. Through your expertise in employee relations, workforce analytics, and HR operations, you will help create an environment where employees can thrive and the business can achieve its objectives.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Employee Relations & Performance Management
Serve as a resource for employees and leaders by providing guidance on workplace concerns, attendance, conduct, performance matters, and company policies.
Conduct workplace investigations and ensure issues are addressed fairly, consistently, and in a timely manner.
Coach leaders on performance management practices, corrective actions, employee documentation, and performance improvement plans.
Partner with the Manager, People & Culture to address complex employee relations issues and mitigate organizational risk.
Talent Management & Organizational Capability
Support talent reviews, succession planning, performance management processes, and employee development initiatives.
Monitor completion of key talent programs and partner with leaders to ensure timely execution.
Assist with workforce planning, organizational changes, retention strategies, and internal career development efforts.
Support leadership capability-building initiatives that strengthen organizational performance.
Staffing & Employee Lifecycle Support
Coordinate recruitment activities including job requisitions, internal job bids, candidate assessments, interviewing, and hiring processes.
Support onboarding, promotions, transfers, retirements, separations, and other employee lifecycle events.
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, People & Culture Solutions, and business leaders to ensure smooth and accurate employee transactions.
Leave, Attendance & Timekeeping Administration
Provide support and guidance related to leave administration, required documentation, and available employee resources.
Review attendance records, timecards, leave reports, and pay codes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Assist in resolving payroll, timekeeping, and employee data discrepancies.
Reporting, Analytics & Compliance
Generate and analyze workforce reports related to headcount, turnover, attendance, overtime, staffing, leave management, and performance metrics.
Audit employee records in HR systems to ensure data integrity and compliance.
Prepare People & Culture presentations, workforce updates, and communications for leadership meetings, shift huddles, and site reviews.
Maintain confidential employee records in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
Employee Engagement & Culture
Support the implementation of People & Culture programs, policies, recognition initiatives, and employee engagement activities.
Partner with leaders to develop action plans based on employee feedback and workforce trends.
Contribute to change management and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the employee experience and organizational effectiveness.
Participate in special projects and additional responsibilities as assigned.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
Plant employees across multiple shifts and functional areas
Manufacturing site leadership team
Manager, People & Culture
Talent Acquisition team
People & Culture Solutions and Centers of Excellence
Payroll, Benefits, and Leave Administration partners
Business stakeholders and cross-functional teams supporting organizational initiatives
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE (MUST HAVE)
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
1-3 years of Human Resources experience required.
Working knowledge of employee relations, performance management, staffing, talent management, leave administration, and employment practices.
Experience conducting investigations, managing employee issues, and coaching leaders on people-related matters.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with exceptional organizational and documentation abilities.
Proven problem-solving skills and sound decision-making capabilities.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to support multiple shifts and maintain schedule flexibility as business needs require.
IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE (NICE TO HAVE)
Human Resources experience within manufacturing, food manufacturing, distribution, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) environments.
Experience supporting workplace investigations, corrective action processes, and performance improvement initiatives.
Knowledge of Workday, UKG, ServiceNow, or similar Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
Experience supporting internal job bidding processes, leave administration, attendance management, payroll, and timekeeping activities.
PHR, SHRM-CP, or a comparable Human Resources certification.
Strong analytical, reporting, facilitation, and project management skills.
Experience supporting organizational change management and employee engagement programs.
Familiarity with workforce metrics and data-driven decision-making.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, elevated noise levels, moving equipment, and active production operations.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas.
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule and occasionally provide support outside of normal business hours.
Compensation and Benefits:
The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between
$67,700-$93,100
Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.