Human Resource Generalist (Finance)
Overall Responsibilities:
The Human Resource Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, compensation, labor relations, benefits, leave of absence, and uniformly administering all policies, and programs for the business unit by performing the following duties.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in developing and executing personnel procedures and policies and provide guidance and interpretation for business operations.
- Participate in development of HR objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and ongoing reports for company requirements.
- Assist in administering benefits, compensation, and employee performance programs.
- Suggest new procedures and policies for improving employee experience as well as the efficiency of HR department and company.
- Ensure compliance with local and national regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies and procedures when necessary.
- Prepare paperwork and schedules for smooth new-hire onboarding process, coordinating with cross-functional departments to deliver an exceptional first-impression experience.
- Manage all administrative tasks for onboarding, new-hire orientations, and exit interviews, including data entry in human resources information systems (HRIS) and audits for accuracy and compliance.
- Provide a dedicated and effective HR advisory service to team members that covers absence and health issues, conduct and capability, grievances, organizational change, and all other employee-relations matters.
- Be the primary backup for payroll processing, including biweekly and updates to employee files, bonus/incentive pay, vacation/sick pay, expense reimbursements, hourly-employee validations, and benefits changes.
- Assist in the communication, interpretation, and upkeep of employee handbook, employee directory, and organizational chart, and contribute to policy development.
- Promote employee engagement through social media recruitment, recognition, and appreciation.
- Other duties as assigned or needed.
Characteristics and skills:
- Collaborative
- Strong critical thinking skills - Very sharp, innovative, and accustomed to "figuring it out."
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to "build relationship" with Team Members to drive high Customer Satisfaction.
- Ability to multitask, effective time management skills and a basis for action.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Customer service focused on good telephone skills and a positive attitude.
- Mature judgment and decision-making ability.
- Proficient with computer systems and software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power-point, Outlook, and Teams.
- Effectively manage in a challenging environment with a work force ranging in skill levels from newly hired temporary workers to long experience/highly skilled team members.
- Ability to develop and implement improvement changes unaided.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Human Resources or relevant discipline.
- 2-3 years Human Resources experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish a plus.
- Generalist background with broad knowledge of employment, compensation, organizational planning, and employee relations in a manufacturing environment.
- Valid driver' license and the ability to travel are required.
- Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekend and/or evening hours.
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree
Travel Percentage: 0.0
Travel Required: No
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