As a strategic partner, the HR Generalist helps align business objectives with employees and management at the company level. This position serves as a consultant primarily to front line supervisors on HR related issues and is key in helping assess and anticipate HR-related needs and communicating those to the HR Director and Plant Management.
The HR Generalist is a strong team member of the Human Resource Department/Team. Provides excellent customer service to Everidge’ s employees with the sense of urgency. Carries out responsibilities in the following areas: training, employee relations, performance management, staffing, benefits, HRIS system, recordkeeping, and safety; ensuring that they are in accordance with company policies and practices in addition to federal and state regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in ensuring compliance with department policies, procedures and applicable laws, rules, regulations.
Apply continuous improvement principles in own work performance and drive continuous improvement application in company operations.
Build strong successful working relationships with all levels of management and personnel.
Identify, conduct, and developing plant wide training programs.
Works closely with management and employees to foster an environment that promotes teamwork and continuous improvement in all areas of the business.
Assist with performance management related activities (coaching, counseling, career development and disciplinary actions).
Manage and resolve employee relations issues by working with Plant Management, Supervisors, VP of HR, and HR Coordinator to conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
Assist in communicating/presenting safety processes, procedures, and practices. Promote a safety conscience workforce.
Assist with recruiting efforts; identify recruiting resources, place job postings with vendors, screening and interviewing candidates.
Assist in onboarding new employees.
Assist with administration of company benefit programs.
Assist in managing Workers’ Compensation claims.
Maintains necessary HRIS data and provides to plant management as needed.
Participate in bi-weekly HR Department meetings.
Assist in special projects with VP of HR and Plant Manager.
Perform additional duties as necessary or assigned.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration, or a related field.
3+ years HR Generalist experience.
Experience working in a non-union manufacturing environment is preferred.
Experience using an HRIS system.
Specific Knowledge, Skills, Licenses, Certifications, Etc.:
SPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-CSP certification a plus.
Competent in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Detail oriented with ability to be self-directed.
High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
Physical Effort:
Ability to sit behind a desk for 8 hours or 8 hours walking/standing on the production floor.
