Specialist Human Resources

Cemex US is a leader in the building materials industry, known for our innovation, quality, and operational excellence. With over a century of expertise, we are committed to delivering products and services that meet the needs of our customers and communities across the globe. At Cemex, we believe in investing in our people, offering competitive benefits and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team. Join us and build your career with a company that is Building a Better Future.

The Human Resources Specialist will function as a HR subject matter expert on all people issues to ensure we attract, develop and retain the best talent and fuel the continued growth of the organization. The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for assisting operations personnel with compliance with CEMEX HR policies and procedures as well as terms and conditions of collective bargaining (union) agreements where applicable.

• Identifies and tracks staffing needs of business and works proactively to fill them via internal and external hiring, succession planning, and retention practices
• Collaborates with operations management to maintain positive employee and labor relations including managing local grievance processes
• Manages the hiring process including creation of job descriptions, requisitions, recruiting, selection of candidates, preparation of offers of employment and conducts new hire orientations
• Ensures that candidate backgrounds, education, and references are verified before hiring decisions are made
• Conducts exit interview and monitors all activities related with departing employees
• Oversight responsibility for compliance to company rules & policies and government regulations
• Investigates employee complaints and/or grievances and allegations of policy and rule violations
• Coordinates employee training and development, engagement, and retention activities for assigned operations
• Councils and assists management in employee discipline, improvement plans and termination hearings/meetings
• Adhere to all CEMEX, OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations at all times and wear proper safety equipment while on plant grounds
• Meet or exceed company safety standards
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by management

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 years of Human Resources experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 years of Human Resources experience

• Strong communication skills written and verbal, including presentations before small and large groups
• Proficient with a personal computer - word, excel and power-point; SAP HR, Success Factors, and/or Taleo a plus
• Deep knowledge of Human Resources Generalist function
• Knowledge of Labor Relations fundamentals preferred
• Strategic decision making and tactical human resources experience
• Analytical thinking - problem solver that seeks best solution(s)
• Team Player - works well with others and is capable of collaborating across regions & functions
• Ethical and high compliance to institutional policies and standards
• Strong sense of urgency and customer service
• Ability to manage multiple issues at one time Working conditions
• Capable of working in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment including noise exposure, temperature fluctuations, and exposure to weather elements when required
• Ability to physically perform the essential job functions for the position

• Capable of working in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment including noise exposure, temperature fluctuations, and exposure to weather elements when required
• Ability to physically perform the essential job functions for the position

• Requires walking and sittingto a significant degree
• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to employees/visitors

• Able to work extended hours as necessary
• Able to work with standard office/computer Equipment
• Capable of working in an open office environment
• Capable of working in very close quarters

CEMEX is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by under federal, state or local law in the programs or activities which it operates.

CEMEX will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all local, state and federal laws.

CEMEX is an E-Verify participating employer.

Arizona Smoke-Free Act. CEMEX complies with the State of Arizona's Smoke-Free Act (Arizona Revised Statutes * 36-601.01). Smoking and/or the use of tobacco or related products is prohibited in and on CEMEX property as well as any building and/or vehicle owned or leased by CEMEX.

CEMEX offers both competitive pay and benefits. Benefits applicable to this position may include, but are not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Holiday Pay, as well as a comprehensive wellness program to help keep employees and their families healthy and well. You can learn more about CEMEX Benefits by visiting the CEMEX USA Benefits and Well-Being page. (https://www.cemexusa.com/careers/life-at-cemex/benefits-well-being).

CEMEX es una institucion EEO/AA (igualdad de oportunidad/accion afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religion, discapacidad fisica o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientacion sexual, informacion genetica, identidad de genero, o expresion de genero en los programas o actividades los cuales opera.