Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

The Human Resources Generalist will support a specific area or areas of the business acting as a liaison between line/staff management and all areas of HR. They will help administer HR programs, practices and procedures for all levels of people and provide feedback from the areas supported on HR programs. The Human Resource Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Position Responsibilities may include:

Provides support in functional areas of HR including staffing and recruitment, employee / labor relations, employee engagement activities, compensation management, benefits and employee services, organizational development, succession planning, training, equal employment opportunity, projects, records, etc.

Responds to employee relations issues, conducts thorough and timely investigations (complaints, conflicts with supervision, harassment allegations, discrimination allegations, handling grievances, etc.)

Participates in HR policy and program development with senior HR team members

Assists in identifying, developing and implementing HR policies and procedures, and their dissemination

Attends client department meetings to give HR updates and receive updates on operational changes

Administers company programs

Prepares reports and maintains accurate records

Reviews manager and employee transactions for accuracy and process per workflow guidelines

Researches and analyze data and trends, determine potential resolutions/actions to address various issues and relay findings among the applicable leadership/team members

Collaborates with team members and management to drive continuous improvement processes

Assists with department audits to ensure compliance and consistency of Company and Government (Federal and State) requirements and policies, ensure regulatory compliance such as FMLA, ADA, EEOC.

Provides support to field and talent acquisition team along the talent acquisition process

Works within the different HR technology platforms, such as HRIS and L&D, to facilitate programs and support the field

Coordinates and participates in training, orientation, and communication, as requested

Participates in additional projects to support ongoing business needs

Nature & Scope:

Applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience

Encouraged to seek continuous improvements

Performs a range of mainly straightforward assignments

Works independently with general supervision

Problems faced are difficult but not typically complex

Knowledge & Skills:

Strong knowledge of multiple HR disciplines including employee relations, organizational diagnostics, diversity, performance management, compensation, employment laws etc.

Thorough internal investigative skills and ability to make recommendations in accordance with established policies and experience with progressive discipline on performance or attendance issues.

Effective collaboration skills and ability to build and maintain positive relationships internally & externally

Strong and effective verbal / written communication and business literacy/acumen

Strong change management and process improvement skills

Strong working knowledge of MS Office – Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook and familiarity of HR database applications

High level of attention to detail, accuracy, effective analytical and problem-solving skills; strategical thinker

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Ability to effectively prioritize and administer a broad range of tasks including resolving complaints, counseling managers and employees on the interpretation of policies, procedures and union agreements

Ability to identify problems, root causes and drive valuable solutions

Ability to use discretion and sensitivity of confidential information

Ability to apply good unbiased judgement, strong work ethics and integrity on the job

Ability to work in a fast paced and rapid growing environment

Flexibility with work hours / days as needed

Competency:

Experience:

3 plus years of proven progressive HR experience preferably within a high-volume manufacturing environment

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field preferred.

HR related certification desired, SHRM preferred

People Management: No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations. Work schedule and days may vary on occasion to support operations. PPE required in designated manufacturing areas.

Reports To:

Director, Human Resources

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.

Full-time