HR Generalist

The HR Generalist will use broad knowledge of human resources functions, to manage and/or
support a variety of activities, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training and
development and compliance with labor laws, promoting programs to create an efficient and
conflict-free workplace.
Job Duties:  

• Administer policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with the applicable
  federal, state, company and contractual employment laws.
• Ensure that policies are followed and legal obligations to employees are met to minimize
  risk to the Company and maximize employee morale.
• Take the lead or supporting role in various HR projects, such as site administrative
  programs, compliance reviews, and employment labor law changes.
• Help organize, implement and track compliance for training and development initiatives.
• Facilitate recruitment by opening requisitions, screening applicants, and partner with the
  Hiring Manager to fill vacancies.
• Monitor the onboarding process to ensure new hire paperwork is completed accurately and
  timely.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee relations issues, addressing concerns, conducting
  investigations, and facilitating conflict resolution.
• Aid management in employee coaching, counseling and performance documentation.
• Support the processing of employee changes, including promotions, demotions, transfers,
  and terminations.
• Assist third-party vendor for leaves of absence administration.
• Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics.
• Ensure compliance with labor union regulations.

Internal Relationships/Partners:  

• Partner closely with Corporate HR/Payroll Operations and other departments in the
  discussion and resolution of employee issues.
• Advise managers regarding Employee Relations issues.
• Coordinate with Corporate HR and Payroll in the processing of changes in employment,
  including promotions, demotions, CBA or statutory wage increases.
• May talk with Union Representative on Employee Grievance.

#IND Qualifications Basic Qualifications:  

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent in related work
  experience.
• 3+ years working in various areas of Human Resources.
• 2+ years' Employee Relations experience.
• 2+ years' office experience to include typing and creating documents and reports.
• Strong PC skills with proficiency in MS Office and database software, preferably HRMS or
  recruiting software.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with others.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with collective bargaining agreements is a plus.
• Fluency in Spanish preferred.

  Physical Requirements:

• Lift, carry or move up to 30 lbs.
• Standing and walking within assigned work area and dining facility.
• Some bending and stooping.
• The person in this position needs to frequently move about inside the office to access file cabinets, storage areas, office equipment, etc. and interact with employees in their work areas.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment.
  Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.