HR Generalist

As a Human Resources Generalist this individual is responsible for a broad range of activities to support the wider organization. This is a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities, which requires an individual who can maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality while meeting the needs of employees and managers. As a generalist, this individual will work with the Human Resources Director to provide full HR lifecycle support to non-union managers and employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 Act as a strategic HR Business Partner.
 Join in creating and implementing innovative HR solutions, best practices, and process improvement.
 Regularly interact with leaders, managers, supervisors, and employees in the manufacturing environment while onsite.
 Collaborate with manufacturing leadership to resolve human resources and business challenges.
 Conduct employee relations investigations and liaise with Director, Human Resources and Legal team to determine the most appropriate resolution.
 Joins in creating and supporting employee and organizational developmental programs and engagement goals.
 Attract, develop, and drive retention of employees. Leverage talent acquisition support and processes to recruit internally and to develop targeted external recruiting efforts for critical competencies. Develop client and organizational specific retention strategies, development efforts, and knowledge transfer processes as needed. Lead and champion compliance with workforce diversity and Affirmative Action plan compliance requirements.
 Partner with human resources and business to assess, develop, and facilitate training sessions on HR topics as needed.
 Prepare and maintain various HR metrics.
 Support all human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; records management; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
 Implements and develops employee recognition programs in support of overall employee engagement.
 Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
 Work as the primary point of contact on special projects as needed.
 Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations and company standards.
 Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

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.
 Must be able to build relationships, trust, and communicate at multiple levels of the organization.
 Proven organization skills and ability to successfully manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
 Highly organized.
 Team oriented.
 Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Power Point, Excel).
 UKG experience a plus.
 Ability to work in a collaborative, matrixed team environment.
 Excellent communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
 Ability to prioritize workload and self-manage projects, handle multiple tasks, and meet strict deadlines.
 Thrives in a high-pressure, ambiguous environment and able to manage multiple simultaneous priorities.
 Strong grasp of federal & state employment laws.
 Strong business and HR acumen, including strong creative problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and analysis.
 Strong attention to detail and discretion.
 Well versed in HR business process and employee life cycle (Hire to Retire).
 Knowledge of analysis and reporting tools (BI/Dashboard).
 Strong internal and external customer service focus.
 Maintains confidentiality at all times.
 High level of accountability and ownership of responsibilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
 Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or related field required.
 2 years of human resources experience required.