Mission

The HR Generalist plays a pivotal role in overall company success by developing, implementing, and overseeing Hamernick’s talent programs, including recruiting, and hiring, performance management, compensation, and communication. He/she is also responsible for administrative tasks necessary to effectively support our employees and comply with applicable laws and regulations. The incumbent will be a key resource for Hamernick’s employees and will be instrumental in developing a culture of engaged, aligned professionals who consistently deliver desired business results and are commensurately rewarded for doing so.

The success of the HR Generalist will be measured by:

· Employee retention and engagement

· Development and rollout of select talent-focused programs

· Timely and cost-effective execution of those programs

· Effectiveness of talent programs as assessed by employee feedback

· Administration of core talent processes such as payroll, etc.

Key Skills and Demonstrated Competencies

The HR Generalist is responsible for and possesses knowledge and expertise in the following areas:

Employee Relations and Engagement

o Champion our company values and promote a strong organizational culture

o Foster a positive work environment by recommending and implementing select, effective employee engagement initiatives and addressing employee concerns and grievances

o Develop and support an employee-centric communications program to ensure understanding of business objectives and performance while reinforcing our culture

o Organize team-building activities, recognition programs, and wellness initiatives

Payroll

o Knowledge of and familiarity with leading payroll applications

o Maintain accurate records and documentation

o Process in house weekly payroll

o Process subcontractor weekly payments

o Calculate and process monthly and annual commission

Talent/HR Process Development and Execution

o Collaborate with leadership to design and implement situation appropriate HR processes

o Create policies, procedures, and guidelines that align with our company culture and address legal requirements

Recruitment and onboarding

o Collaborate with company leadership and hiring managers to identify staffing needs

o Develop innovative, cost-effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent in the flooring industry

o Conduct screening interviews, assess candidates, and facilitate the hiring process

o Create onboarding plans to welcome new employees, ensure a smooth transition, and speed new employee learning and effectiveness

o Create offboarding plans to professionally exit employees, including exit interviews where appropriate

Policy Development and Compliance

o Create and update HR policies and practices specific to the flooring industry

o Ensure compliance with relevant labor laws, safety regulations, and industry standards

o Educate employees on company policies and procedures and monitor compliance

Performance Management

o Facilitate development of and training on a talent management system, including compensation strategy and relevant documentation; to recognize and reward outstanding contributions

o Assist in department and individual goal setting in alignment with overall business plan objectives

o Recommend and support implementation of performance evaluation and career development processes

o Provide guidance to managers on performance improvement plans

Benefits Administration

o Administer employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies

o Coordinate with external providers and resolve benefit-related queries

Qualifications:

o Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

o 3 to 4 years of experience in Human Resources functions, preferably within the flooring or

construction industry

o Effective communication skills and the ability to build relationships with diverse teams

o Knowledge of labor laws, safety regulations, and industry-specific Human Resources practices

o Proficiency in Paychex and Microsoft Office Suite

o Collaboration – ability to work with employees at all levels and across all functions to identify opportunities or issues and to resolve them in an effective manner

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired salary range?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Human resources: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Saint Paul, MN 55117 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Saint Paul, MN 55117: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person