Human Resources Generalist

Key Areas of Responsibility (Answerable for the following end results)

• Administer various human resources plans and procedures for designated facility including: benefits, leave of absence requests, unemployment, etc.
• Provides assistance and guidance to managers and supervisors on HR policies and procedures.
• Works cooperatively with supervisors to identify and resolve issues.
• Responsible for payroll administration and administration of the timekeeping system.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Participates in the Vision Committee and the weekly VIP Board meeting at the designated facility, if applicable.
• May assist in responding to internal and external inquiries including: EEOC, legal authorities, government agencies, employee inquiries.  Notifies HR Manager of Director of HR of such inquiries. May represent company at hearings.
• Conducts external and internal recruitment efforts for exempt & nonexempt personnel and temporary employees.
• Monitors Human Resource programs such as: performance evaluation, transfer requests, corrective action, employee relations etc.
• Produce and maintain reports and results of HR department in relation to established goals.
• Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
• Supports and serves as a role model for the company’s mission, vision and values.
• Document all activities as required.
• Adhere to all company guidelines for Emergency Evacuation to ensure employee safety.

·        Any additional responsibility deemed necessary by management.

Limits Of Authority

• Advise Department Manager of those situations that may pose a significant risk to the program, product assurance, facilities, employee safety or customer satisfaction results.
• Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process & systems.
• Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process or system.
• Initiate, recommend or provide solutions thought the appropriate channels and verify implementation.

·        Control further processing and delivery of nonconforming product until the deficiency is corrected.

Basic Education, Experience and Skills Required

• A Bachelor degree and 3 years of experience in Human Resources OR a Master degree in Human Resources Management and 2 years of experience in Human Resources OR 7 years of experience in Human Resources OR any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Able to maintain confidential information.

·        Proficient computer knowledge in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Internal Training (Minimum Requirements)

·        Dakkota Orientation

·        Dakkota Vision and Culture

·        Departmental Training

o   Process – Human Resources and Training

O   Timekeeping/Payroll System

·        Company Training

O   Bos Overview

O   Information Technology

O   Outlook

O   Trans4m Overview

O   Purchase Requisitions

o   Quality Mission Statement

O   Expense Reporting

o   Travel Management System

Health, Safety and Physical Demand Requirements

·        Normal amount of sitting and standing, average mobility to move around an office and plant environment, able to conduct normal amount of work on a computer.

Risks Associated with Job Function

·        None

Travel Requirements

·        Up to 5% travel required

·        Occasional Overnights

·        Valid driver’s license required