Human Resource Generalist

A Human Resources Generalist role in Woodinville, WA is available at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates (SMWE). This role supports our tasting room and events teams throughout the employee experience, from recruiting and onboarding to ongoing HR support. This HR Generalist position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is excited to find new ways to use technology and AI in HR.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is a Pacific Northwest icon and Washington state's original premium wine company. With roots dating back to 1933, Ste. Michelle helped define American fine wine, earning recognition as one of the nation's most respected premium wine producers. Today, our wines are enjoyed across all 50 states and in more than 100 countries around the world.

Locally owned by the Wyckoff family of Eastern Washington, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is dedicated to crafting exceptional wines that reflect the distinctive character of Washington and Oregon's renowned growing regions. Our award-winning portfolio includes Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14 Hands, Columbia Crest, Liquid Light, ESTIVAL, ETHOS, Spring Valley Vineyard, and Northstar of Washington. Ste. Michelle Wine Estates also serves as the sales agent for Oregon wineries A to Z Wineworks, Erath and REX HILL, and for Trothe and Sagebreaker from Washington’s Horse Heaven Hills AVA.

HR Generalist job responsibilities include:

• Serve as a day-to-day HR resource for employees and managers in a tasting room/events environment, assisting with questions related to company policies, benefits, HR systems, payroll, timekeeping, and other programs.
• Responsible for full-cycle employment for hourly and some salaried employees to include recruiting, compensation review, performance management, employee relations, organizational development, and employee coaching.
• Coordinate the new hire and onboarding process, including preparing offer letters and new hire materials, coordinating schedules with managers, developing content for orientation, and completing follow-up activities.
• Support employee relations and performance management activities, including documentation, employee questions and concerns, and manager support, with guidance from HR leadership as needed.
• Support department business needs and apply an understanding of strategy to help leaders identify, diagnose, and address organizational gaps.
• Assist with employee engagement activities, events, and other efforts that support a positive employee experience, retention, and workplace culture.
• Use AI, automation, and other technology tools to support recruiting and HR processes and identify opportunities to make day-to-day work more efficient.
• Provide administrative and project support for HR initiatives and other business or facility needs as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• 2-4 years of progressively responsible experience in HR, preferably supporting employees in a retail or hospitality environment. Union experience is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word. Comfort learning and using HR technology, AI, and automation tools is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with employees, candidates, and managers.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships across the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive employee information.
• History of responsible use of alcohol and other appropriate conduct, as well as fitness to be licensed, permitted, and/or certified by state and/or local regulatory bodies

Your Compensation:

$30.33 - $39.39 per hour based upon relevant experience.

At Ste. Michelle Wine Estates we believe in paying our employees equal pay for equal work. Individual offers are made dependent upon a candidate’s prior experience and education level as it pertains to the role.

Benefits of working with Ste. Michelle Wine Estates:

Our Total Rewards programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented, curious people with a passion for innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and growth. We offer leading programs that inspire and reward superior performance and foster an inclusive, diverse, and healthy workforce.

• Health Care Coverage including medical, dental, vision & prescription - eligible on date of hire for full-time employees
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Employee Wine Discounts

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Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class. For more information, see the EEOC's " Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law " poster.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a United States Department of Homeland Security website that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Please visit the following website for additional information: https://www.e-verify.gov/about-e-verify/what-is-e-verify