This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to participate in growth and have a positive influence. The senior leadership team is open to ideas that will enhance the attractiveness of the organization and to build even a stronger reputation as a “best place to work.”

• Ensures a positive employee work environment through strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Serve as the primary HR contact for manufacturing operations at the plant level by having thorough knowledge of HR practices to include benefits, compensation, transfer and promotion opportunities, culture, available employee services such as the clinic, EAP, discount tickets, ordering company apparel or whatever company offering would help make an employee’s experience at WTI a rewarding one.
• Represents the company as a visible, approachable, and professional HR practitioner and fosters employee engagement.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues by conducting effective, thorough, and objective

• Partner with managers regarding local compensation inquiries, with the ability to interpret and make recommendation based on internal compensation framework.
• As a member of the HR team, handle regular administrative tasks within the department such as orientations, events, assisting with annual Open Enrollment.
• Foster an environment of continuous improvement to identify opportunities for creating greater efficiencies and streamlined processes through the implementation of system and partnerships.
• Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance including, but not limited to OSHA, ADA, FMLA.
• Backup for a weekly payroll using ADP.
• Partners with Recruiting on hires and changes on the plant floor. May assist in recruiting activities.
• Conducts exit interviews and completes unemployment claims for organization.
• Assists in administering performance review program to ensure effectiveness, compliance, and equity within organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
• 5 years as a generalist
• 2 years in manufacturing
• Demonstrated ability to effectively build relationships with employees and management.
• Working knowledge of employment laws, including Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Americans with Disabilities Act, FMLA, Workers’ Compensation, and Harassment.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Experience with full HR life cycle competencies including recruiting, onboarding, performance management, compensation, benefits, training, and development.
• Exceptional organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including PowerPoint; plus, experience with HRIS—ADP a plus.

• PHR, SPHR Certification

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.