Description

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist I

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: Director, Human Resources

FLSA Status: Exempt

Travel:  Up to 10%

Job Summary

The Human Resources Generalist role is responsible for the day-to-day administrative assistance and support to multiple sites and supports a broad range of human resources functions including full-cycle recruiting and talent acquisition, new hire orientation and on-boarding, and maintaining accuracy of employee data and personnel records in HRIS and SharePoint. The HRG will maintain confidentiality to protect all human resources information.  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

· Recruit, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions, collaborating with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings. 

· Conduct or acquire background checks and employee eligibility verifications. 

· Implement new hire orientation and on-boarding processes at local level(s); collaborate with hiring manager during the 30-60-90 Day process and ensure a positive experience for new team members.  

· Ensure all onboarding and new hire documents are completed via the HRIS unless otherwise required, including Form I-9 and E-Verify verifications. 

· Maintain compliance with HR record-keeping and hiring practice including electronic employee files. 

· Administration of HRIS as needed assign/clear badge numbers, manage temporary associate conversions, process team member transitions, etc.

· Collaborate with benefits department regarding associate benefit matters and open enrollment.

· Track associate attendance via Paylocity and local point system assist in drafting, issuing and logging disciplinary actions.

· Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, escalating complex and/or sensitive matters to the HR Manager.  

· Partner with approved agencies to coordinate temporary personnel. 

· Collaborate with supervisors to complete 30-60-90 Day Evaluations in preparation for temporary personnel conversions.

· Prepare monthly reports and/or perform audits in HRIS, as requested. 

· Engage with the Human Resources Manager (HRM) in various community events and initiatives to build an employment brand. 

· Under the direction of the HRM, administer training programs, and ensure completion of required training in a timely manner. 

· Assist HRM with career development goals, succession planning, tuition reimbursement, etc. 

· Respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs, including properly escalating issues to HRM. 

· Attend and participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations. 

· Perform administrative functions such as timely reviewing and submitting timesheets to Payroll; recording and scanning invoices to Finance for processing; assist with inventory and report required information monthly; collaborating with finance to reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable; assisting with end-of-month production closing procedures including preparation and verification of production data, inventory records, and documentation. Purchasing office supplies; answering phones in a courteous and respectful manner.

· Record OSHA incidents and near misses, complete month and annual OSHA reports, initiate workers compensation claims. Promote safety through interactions with associates. 

· Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and modern technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law. 

· Partner with all team members to create a positive work environment and culture.  

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Requirement/Work Experience

· High School Diploma required.  Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management or Human Resources from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience of at least 3 years in field of Human Resources.  

· Manufacturing industry experience preferred.

· PHR or CPHR certifications preferred.

Core Values 

Our core values define how we work and what we expect from every associate. The ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate these values in performing the responsibilities of this role. Each core value represents essential behaviors and competencies aligned with the duties and qualifications of the position.

· Accountability We take full responsibility for our actions and outcomes, ensuring transparency and trust with our stakeholders, customers, associates, and the environment. {Competencies: Problem Solving, Decision Making, Planning & Organizing, Resilience, Time Management/Prioritization and Learning Agility}

· Innovation We champion creativity and collaboration, continually striving to deliver groundbreaking solutions that transform our industry and exceed expectations. {Competencies: Creativity & Curiosity, Continuous Improvement, Vision & Strategic Thinking, and Collaboration & Teamwork}

· Integrity We uphold the highest ethical standards of honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior in every decision and action, fostering trust at all levels in our organization. {Competencies: Honesty, Consistency & Dependability and Commitment to Excellence}

· Adaptability We embrace change agility and resilience, staying flexible and proactive in a constantly evolving world. {Competencies: Communication, Results Oriented and Flexibility}

· Caring We prioritize the well-being of our people, communities, and business partners, recognizing that their success and happiness are vital to our own. {Competencies: Organizational Savvy, Risk Management, Compliance, Diversity, and Empathy}

· Passion We are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, demonstrating determination to succeed while maintaining humility and respect for others. {Competencies: Commitment, Persistence & Tenacity, Humility and Respect}

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and carry up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk on concrete. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, bend or twist.  The employee is occasionally required to push, pull, and/or move materials. 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is typical of most manufacturing environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high level with ear protection required.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to a particular position. This document in no way states or implies that this is as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from, any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper.

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