Senior Human Resources Generalist

Who are we?

At Calumet we deliver innovative specialty products trusted by companies across the globe. We are the foundation to everyday essential products that help millions of people live and thrive. We are headquartered in Indianapolis and have numerous production locations in the US. We are customer focused and utilize our values of collaboration and entrepreneurship to grow the business. We offer a dynamic, high-performance environment where team members can have real input and impact on our business. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, treat the business as if it is your own and add value accordingly, come see why we’re Calumet Proud!

PURPOSE:

The Senior Human Resources Generalist provides consultation and support to Calumet’s commercial and corporate groups. This role will use knowledge of various human resources functions including staffing, compensation, benefits, training, and employee relations to provide tactical support and make the business more effective. Success in this role is based upon being able to deliver on core HR activity as well as support delivery of key business priorities which are focused on profitable growth.

KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interprets and communicates company Human Resources policies and procedures to Managers and Employees within client groups
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs to support Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Benefits, Compensation, Employee and Labor Relations, Talent Planning, HRIS
• Leads management within client groups through employee related issues, conflict resolution and related change management. May include partaking in or conducting investigations as required.
• Supports and leads change management initiatives by guiding leaders and employees through organizational transitions, ensuring alignment with company values and minimizing disruption to business operations.
• Talent Acquisition: leads recruitment for identified positions within client support groups
• Communicates with new hires and their managers to coordinate efficient and positive onboarding experience
• Maintains compliance with employee data and records including but not limited to employee files, new hire paperwork, and I-9s for assigned client groups
• Support and administer general employee inquiries including but not limited to leave of absence, payroll, benefits
• Support the deployment of performance management & talent management initiatives
• Work to ensure leadership accountability and drive continued leadership excellence aligned to Calumet Leadership Values
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or a related field of study or equivalent work experience
• 4 years of Human Resources experience
• Ability to effectively work in a highly confidential environment
• Proven experience with MS Office Suite
• Proven experience coordinating completion of project
  
  

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

• Strong working knowledge of related federal and state regulations
• Project Management experience
• Previous experience working in an HRIS system (Dayforce)
• Prior corporate or manufacturing experience
• Experience working in a collaborative environment in relation to the HR function
  
  

COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstration of Calumet Values – Safety, Environment & Social Responsibility, Teamwork, Ownership, Passion for Customers, and Excellence
• Critical Thinking / Analytical capability - Comfort in analyzing and manipulating data and solving complex problems
• Planning & Organization Skills - Structured with the ability to plan and organize work
• Social Skills - Strong communicator with the ability to build strong, trust-based relationships and represent the HR function in a positive manner
• Compliance – Promoting an environment of doing the right thing and acting in accordance to expected standards.
• Continuous Improvement – Steadily making performance better for the customer through a variety of means including standardization and simplification.
• Adaptability/Flexibility – Maintaining effectiveness in varying environments and with different tasks, responsibilities & people. Ability to adjust to changes in context.
• Influencing without Authority – Lead, guide and motivate others without relying on positional title power
• Business Acumen: ability to understand and evaluate business situations to help make or influence rational decision making
  
  

Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer including disability and veteran. All offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.