HR Generalist Job Details

Posting Start Date: 5/30/26

Job Title: HR Generalist
Job Location: Portland-USA-97218
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $73,646.44 - 92,058.04

About us

Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation’s leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude. Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Join America’s first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an HR Generalist who wants to be in the action not behind the scenes. This is a hands-on role where you’ll support a fast-paced production environment, connect with employees daily, and play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly. If you thrive in high-energy environments, enjoy solving real problems, and want your work to matter, this is your opportunity.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting Day 1
• Employer‑paid life insurance and AD&D
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement to support your growth
• Free meals and on-site parking
• Real career development within a global organization

What You’ll Do

• Be the go-to HR partner for a busy, high-volume workforce
• Support both union and non-union employees with guidance, coaching, and problem-solving
• Lead full-cycle recruiting for hourly union roles—from sourcing to onboarding
• Build creative strategies to attract and retain top hourly talent
• Handle employee relations matters with professionalism, fairness, and urgency
• Assist with union grievance processes and ensure contract compliance
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Support drug testing programs (DOT and non-DOT) and HR audits
• Deliver and support training, onboarding, and development programs
• Plan and execute employee engagement activities that build morale and connection
• Step in and operate independently when the HR Manager is unavailable
• Maintain accurate records and support overall HR operations

What We Look For in a Candidate

• 1–4 years of HR experience, ideally in:
○ Manufacturing, food production, logistics, or distribution
○ High-volume, fast-paced environments
• Experience supporting a union workforce (strongly preferred)
• Proven success in high-volume hourly recruiting
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and make sound decisions
• Excellent communication skills—you build trust easily at all levels
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• PHR/SPHR certification is a plus

SkyChefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.