Human Resources Generalist

Maletis Beverage is looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join our HR team in-person at our Portland, Oregon office. In this role, you’ll play a central role in creating an exceptional employee experience. You’ll support recruiting, onboarding, HR administration, reporting, and retention for our operational teams. If you are organized, collaborative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want you on our team!
 

What You’ll Do:

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

• Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs for hourly operational roles.
• Support seasonal and high-volume recruiting efforts.
• Draft and post engaging job descriptions across multiple platforms.
• Actively source candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, and other channels.
• Screen resumes, coordinate interviews, and ensure a positive candidate experience.

Onboarding & Employee Support

• Lead the full onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a seamless first day experience.
• Coordinate pre-employment steps, including drug screens and orientations.
• Facilitate new hire orientation and execute company trainings.
• Work cross-functionally with IT, payroll, and operations teams to ensure readiness.
• Help develop retention strategies and innovative onboarding experiences.

HR Reporting & Compliance

• Maintain HR and recruiting reports, including open role tracking, referral, and sign-on bonuses.
• Support HR analytics and provide insights to improve processes.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, safety programs, and internal policies.

HR Administration

• Maintain employee records and personnel files.
• Assist with HR communications and training implementation.
• Support offboarding tasks and other HR projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of HR experience, with experience in hourly recruitment required.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel); experience with ATS and Paycom is a plus.
• Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Why Work for Maletis Beverage:  

• Employee discounts on beverages and apparel 
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• Generous retirement plan: includes 401(k) + match, Roth 401(k) + match, plus profit-sharing 

About Maletis Beverage:  

Founded in 1935, Maletis Beverage is a fourth-generation, family-owned distributor based in Portland, Oregon, with an additional facility in Vancouver, Washington. We employ over 450 dedicated professionals who uphold our mission: “Leading the industry with quality products, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.” Our diverse portfolio includes domestic, craft, and import beers, as well as a world-renowned selection of ciders, wines, champagnes, sake, and non-alcoholic beverages. We proudly serve communities across the Pacific Northwest, building strong, lasting relationships with our customers, suppliers, and communities.