Senior Human Resources Generalist

Kinston, NC

$70-75K plus 10% bonus

Our Kinston, North Carolina manufacturing client is looking to hire a Senior Human Resources Generalist. As the Sr. Human Resources Generalist, you will provide point-of-contact HR support in employee relations, staffing, performance management employee development, and other initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day generalist and point-of-contact support to our Kinston, NC Operation.
• Supports Human Resources Manager and Kinston Operations in the execution of strategic initiatives including employee engagement, employee relations, performance management, staffing training, and development.
• Administer HR policies and programs in partnership with supervisors and managers and other HR staff. 
• Recommend policies, practices, and programs to meet management and employee needs.
• Provide coaching on employee-related issues such as professional development, performance, investigations, and disciplinary action.
• Maintain knowledge of HR policies and procedures, as well as state and federal labor laws.
• Processes documents and forms necessary for the implementation of various Human Resources policies programs plan procedures and practices.
• Maintains all necessary records and files to support review and audits.
• Maintains HRIS system data including entry and reporting.
• Assist in the management and administration of company benefit programs.
• Assist the HR department with new hire orientations and benefit orientations.
• Assist HR Department on other assignments and/or special projects as requested. 

• Strong ability to establish and maintain positive relationships at all levels while maintaining confidentiality.
• Takes initiative and has a bias for action and a high sense of urgency.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and function in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills – verbal written & presentation; listening.
• Strong customer service orientation; not customer compelled.
• Self-confidence; not afraid to actively voice an opinion.
• Strong team orientation judgment and problem-solving skills
• Flexible; ability to adapt style/approach based on situational dynamics.
• Ability to work variable hours in support of a multi-shift operation.
• Work effectively at all levels within a matrix organization. 

 Job Qualifications:

• HR Generalist with 4 years of relevant experience 
• Experience supporting a manufacturing operation preferred. 
• Experience with WorkDay preferred.
• Experience conducting complex investigations and taking corrective action when need be.
• Experience planning and coordinating employee engagement activities.
• Employee relations experience (corrective action, investigations, employee interviews, hot line calls, etc.)
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local employment laws

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Business or a related field preferred
• PHR Certification preferred, but not required