HR Generalist, ANZ
At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of colour and flavour. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we are better with you.
Sensient Technologies New Zealand, is a fast growing business unit within the Sensient Flavours & Colours, Asia-Pacific Group. We provide quality food ingredients to our customers on a world-wide basis, and are highly successful through our attention to customer service, creative technological innovation and product quality.
We are looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join our team and support our New Zealand business, with some additional responsibility for our site in Australia, based in Auckland, NZ. The HR Generalist will need to have solid experience and the ability to coordinate HR activities primarily at our New Zealand site, whilst providing HR administrative support to our site in Victoria, Australia. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow and make an impact in their HR career.
This exciting opportunity is 100% office at our Mt Wellington, New Zealand office!
What you will do:
- Partner with our General Manager and Leadership Team at our New Zealand business unit to execute on Sensient’s Global HR strategy and ensure a positive employee experience.
- Work closely with APAC HR Director and the regional APAC HR team to exceed performance goals, contribute positively and impactfully to our businesses, and help one another.
- Be responsible for Talent Management cycle, including facilitation of annual goal setting, performance reviews, succession planning, employee training/development, etc.
- Ensure accuracy of HR data and proper utilization of our HR systems. Utilize data to support business operations and workforce planning.
- Support recruiting efforts, in partnership with our APAC Recruiter and Global Talent Acquisition teams, to attract in exceptional candidates.
- Facilitate an environment of continuous learning and coaching. Support leaders and employee through employee development initiatives, find pathways for internal promotions, and champion employee growth.
- Support APAC HR Director to investigate employee complaints, manage disciplinary incidents, and solve workplace conflicts as they arise. Ensure compliance with local and national labour legislation and stay on top of trends in these areas.
- Own the support and administration function of Human Resources for both our New Zealand and Australia sites.
What you will bring:
- A “can-do” attitude and servant leadership mindset.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to connect with people at all levels of the organization and across different cultures.
- Knowledge of local employment regulations in New Zealand
- A passion for food!
- Ability to work full-time on-site in an office and manufacturing environment, Monday to Friday.
- 3+ years of human resources experience within a manufacturing environment is desirable but not required
What you will get:
- Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
- Comprehensive and competitive remuneration package
- Plentiful career development opportunities at a company that gives you a platform to do amazing things
- A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond
- The ability to work with amazing and dedicated people around the world
About Sensient
Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colours, flavours, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colours, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.
About Sensient Flavors:
Sensient Flavors offers innovative, global taste solutions and specialized flavor delivery systems that help bring life to your food and beverage products. Our leading-edge technologies reflect our core philosophies to be dynamic and innovative and to add value to your applications.
SPONSORSHIP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in New Zealand without the need for employment visa sponsorship.
Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.
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