American Wood Fibers (AWF) was founded in 1966 and is recognized as a leader in the field of specialty forestry products. Over the past 50 years, AWF has expanded, producing a broader array of offerings for industrial, commercial, consumer, and agricultural markets. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, AWF has ten manufacturing sites located across the continental U.S.
The Human Resources Generalist - California is responsible for a variety of complex activities within specific areas of Human Resource administration and/or management.

Key Responsibilities of the Human Resources Generalist include:

• Uses HR professional concepts, company policies and procedures to solve a wide range of difficult problems to ensure company compliance with applicable federal and state laws
• Provide day-to-day HR guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions) on employee relations issues (investigations, involuntary terminations, and performance improvement plans)
• Partner with Supervisors/Managers on the performance review process to identify skills gaps and training needs, developing guidance on goal setting while also effectively writing performance reviews
• Develop and implement comprehensive New Hire Orientation and Onboarding program strategies; facilitate training Office Managers and Leadership on these initiatives
• Provide detailed analysis to the VP of Human Resources via exit interviews & stay interviews to analyze findings, and make recommendations to reduce turnover
• Recommends solutions to complex issues based on common market practices and careful SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) analysis
• Manage unemployment and workers comp claims to include attendance at hearings, when applicable.
• Lead facilitator for California specific AWF Leave of Absences to include partnership with local Office Managers; administration of all applicable leave paperwork, follow up on current LOA absences, monitoring compliance with return to work protocols, etc.
• Reporting and metrics responsibility (including, but not limited to turnover, absenteeism, time to hire, cost per hire, service anniversary reports, benefits utilization and other ad hoc reports as needed)
• High level of tactical skills and the ability to work across all levels of the organization in a matrixed, team environment

Qualifications of the Human Resources Generalist :

• Bachelors' Degree in HR, Business, or other related area, plus 5-7 years' experience in HR (or equivalent in experience and other education) in a Manufacturing environment. A minimum of three years of the HR experience must be in an HR Generalist/HRBP capacity.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification for CALIFORNIA required
• Progressive experience in Human Resources policies and programs to include:
• Talent management experience
• Knowledge and understanding of employment/labor laws
• Knowledge and understanding of employment policies and practices
• Experience with compensation strategy and administration
• Proficient in MS Office and HRIS systems (ADP Workforce Now experience required)
• Accurate data entry skills and ability to keep matters highly confidential
• Excellent consultation and execution skills
• Detail oriented and able to handle multiple priorities
• Travel Required Approximately two (2) trips monthly between two (2) California facilities, up to 25%

For consideration: Due to the safety sensitivity in a wood processing manufacturing environment, successful candidate must be able to work in a smoke and tobacco free environment. We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k).
For more company information, please visit our web site www.awf.com.
AWF is an EEO employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Human Resources: 5 years (Preferred)
• Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• SHRM Certified Professional (Required)
• Professional In Human Resources (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Jamestown, CA 95327: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person