Human Resources Generalist

JOB FUNCTIONS 

Employee Relations

• Lead employee relations issues with plant management to affect prompt and appropriate resolution.
• Administer company policies and helps to ensure alignment and consistent application of policies,
• Directs the collection and preparation of routine and special human resource reports.
• Aids employees and supervisors in solving work-related problems. Evaluates the issue and meets with supervisors to determine effective remediation techniques, such as job skills training or personal intervention, to resolve human relations issues.
• Lead internal investigations related to employee complaints.
• Attend union/management meetings and assist with grievance resolution.

 Staffing

• Manages the internal job posting process to ensure timely posting of open positions. Reviews all internal applications and works with hiring manager to ensure proper placement of internal candidates.
• Source qualified candidates through advertising, approved recruiters, and other recruiting sources.
• Interview and assist in the selection of qualified candidates to fill approved positions. Coach managers on candidate interviewing and selection. Analyzes job requirements making recommendation of final selection.
• Manage hourly employment offer processes and all pre-employment steps – references, background check, and drug screen – in preparation for completing the hiring process.
• Follow through on all resumes and applications received for open positions to ensure proper correspondence is sent to applicants. Maintains applicant database.
• Performs new employee orientation to foster positive outlook toward plant and company goals.

Employee Record Processing

• Oversees the off-boarding process. Prepare and process termination paperwork.
• Complete transactions for all employee changes that represent a change in status among which include promotions, transfers, separations, approved leaves, etc.
• Process Human Resource Information System data to and always maintain data integrity.

 Timekeeping / Payroll Processing

• Coordinate weekly time keeping and payroll processing. Print and audit reports, as necessary. Communicate with corporate payroll on issues and bi-weekly submission.
• Completes secondary review of all timecards to ensure all are properly completed and authorization, report any violations or issues to department supervisors and management.

 Compliance

• Routinely audit employment law postings for accuracy and adherence to established guidelines and applicable federal and state laws. Conducts investigations as assigned.
• Monitors and maintains EEOC/Affirmative Action Plan and other legal records, reports, and logs to conform to EEO regulations.
• Conduct periodic audits, report audit findings, and make recommendations for correction of unsatisfactory conditions, or improvements related to compliance.
• Manage site’s EEO/Affirmative Action Policy and maintains necessary records and reports.

 Internal Communications

• Function as the on-site communications conduit for all corporate internal communications. Print and post all required communications, posters, etc., and facilitate the distribution, as required.

Requirements

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 2-5 years of Human Resources experience; previous experience in a manufacturing environment a plus
• Experience working in Human Capital operating systems (SAP HCM strongly preferred)
• Previous experience with Applicant Tracking Systems, ATS, (SuccessFactors, etc.) preferred
• Proven organizational, interpersonal, communication and conflict resolution skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain highly sensitive and confidential information
• Strong MS Office Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP and additional advanced skills desired)
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and time management skills
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working on multiple tasks simultaneously, while prioritizing and adhering to strict deadlines
• Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems
   

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business is a must, Human Resources or related field preferred
• At least one year of human resource management experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP a plus

REQUIRED SKILLS:

At least two years of human resources experience in a manufacturing plant/mill

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential data with a high level of professionalism.
• Must demonstrate flexibility when work assignments or priorities change and a willingness to do whatever it takes to ensure the overall effectiveness of the HR function.
• Ability to prepare correspondence and documents with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Be resourceful in accomplishing work tasks and objectives.

Benefits

Relocation Provided