Human Resources Specialist

6701 Good Hope Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53223, USA 

The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for providing HR administrative and technical support to the Good Hope and 87th Street facilities in accordance with company policies and procedures related to onboarding processes, learning, and development, employee relations, recruiting, employee engagement activities, HRIS, benefits, leaves of absences, payroll, EHS, and other HR related duties as assigned.
This position serves as a backup for the Human Resources Business Partner and has a dotted line reporting to the Executive Director, Human Resources.

What You Will Do:

Administrative Support

• Act as the first point of contact and responds to internal and external customers for all HR-related inquiries including but not limited to: company policies and procedures, benefit, payroll, entering and processing new hire, change and termination information, employment verifications, etc. 
• Maintain employee personnel files and perform periodic audits to ensure compliance. Ensure confidentiality and limited access according to procedure.
• Manage facility locker process for new hires and terminations by assigning or cleaning out lockers. 
• Maintain employee information, security badge access information, and timeclock card information in the HRIS, security system, and EHS vending system for accuracy. 
• Prepare HR documents and reports as needed, such as termination letters, promotion/transfer letters, memos, etc. 
• Review and update company communication boards and tv’s as needed 
• Respond to unemployment claims and coordinate participation at hearings with the appropriate personnel. Attend hearings as needed. 
• May assist in maintaining appropriate levels of office supplies based on departmental needs. 

Time and Attendance

• Review employee timesheets daily and make edits as needed to ensure accuracy for payroll. 
• Assist supervisors and employees in resolving timesheet issues. 
• Partner with the Temporary Staffing Agencies to resolve payroll and timesheet issues. 
• Partner with payroll to resolve timeclock maintenance issues.
• Manage the disciplinary attendance process from tracking attendance points through disciplinary. 

Staffing

• Manage the temporary associate conversion process from application through hire. 
• Review general hourly job requisitions in the HRIS and assist with recruitment for open positions as needed.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition with managing the internal job transfer/promotion process. 
• Partner with management and Temporary Staffing Agencies in maintaining appropriate staffing levels by communicating orders or cancellations. 

Learning and Development

• Coordinate with the Talent Acquisition and Operations team in onboarding new hourly manufacturing employees. 
• Conduct New Hire Orientation and ensure the accurate and timely completion of all required new hire paperwork, such as I-9. 
• May coordinate or conduct other HR-related trainings. 
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies. 

Employee Relations

• Interpret company policies for employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Provide HR guidance to management as appropriate. 
• Manage and resolve employee relations and disciplinary issues as well as escalate to the HRBP as needed.
• Partner with Temporary Staffing Agencies to resolve temporary associate concerns or issues. 

Continuous Improvement

• In partnership with subject matter experts, evolve HR processes and procedures and other company programs as needed. 

Key Competencies

Problem Solving - identifies and resolve problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully, develops alternate solutions. Works well in group problem-solving situations. Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses and pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Shares expertise with others.

Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations, responds promptly to customer needs, solicits customer feedback to improve service, responds to requests for service and assistance, and meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming, and maintaining confidentiality. Listens to others without interrupting, keeps emotions under control, remains open to others' ideas, and tries new things.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities, exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to building a positive team spirit, and puts team success above own interests. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit and puts team success above own interests. Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

What You Bring (Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A)
• Two (2) years of related experience in Human Resources experience.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for travel between HellermannTyton locations.
• High level of organization and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills are required (good knowledge of Outlook, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Must have a high level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach above shoulders; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (unassisted). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The position is an office-based position located at the manufacturing facilities. The employee will be exposed to machinery and loud noises. 

HellermannTyton Benefits: 

• Clean & Climate Control Manufacturing Environment with Great Lighting 
• Medical / Dental / Vision / Flexible Spending Accounts / Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment / Disability Insurance Coverage / 401(k) Retirement and Profit-Sharing Plan / Employee Assistance Program / Bonus Plan 
• Work/Life: Paid Time Off / Paid Holiday / Onsite Medical Clinic / Wellness Program / Tuition Reimbursement / Company Discounts

By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with HellermannTyton’s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.
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HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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