HR Generalist/Payroll

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic HR Generalist/Payroll to join our ambitious HR team. This candidates focus will be in Payroll but will also be involved in various human resource duties. This candidate must have a broad knowledge of human resource functions

Essential Duties:

• Responsible for weekly and semimonthly payroll including confirmation, verification of codes, work spans and overtime payments
• Administration and submittal of annual GWI, bonus payments, vacation payout and other matters related to payroll processing
• Submission of Union dues, pension plan report, various invoices
• Run and submit reports and analyze data to communicate trends and root causes
• Respond to day-to-day employee inquiries and requests
• Generate HR analytical reports and metrics using HRIS system
• Maintain HR database for employee lifecycle including hiring system, onboarding, and organizational changes.
• Maintain accurate employee information in HRIS system
• Support in various administrative responsibilities including the areas of on-boarding, orientation, benefits, transfer, exit, and assignment changes.
• Coordinate and comply with annual audits of benefit plans.
• Administers human resources policies, procedures, and programs, including FMLA, disability, tuition reimbursement, work conduct, reimbursement to employees, etc
• Assists with recruitment effort for exempt, non-exempt personnel and temporary employees; conducts new-employee orientations.
• Assist with facility’s non-exempt attendance records. Prepares/issues/tracks corrective action for attendance violations.
• Assist with workplace investigations as needed.
• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Assists with the implementation, auditing, and training of benefit programs
• FMLA & disability administration including wage calculations
• Serve as brand ambassador at various events, like career fairs or on-campus recruiting events
• Will be required to perform other HR duties as requested, directed or assigned.
  
  

Knowledge & Skills:

• Must possess excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to demonstrate a high level of confidentiality, accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload with a positive “can do” attitude
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Knowledge of ADP, SAP, similar HRIS System, (1-3 years of experience)
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills
• Previous Manufacturing experience within a union environment is a plus
• Extensive comprehension with word processing, spreadsheets, and database programs with emphasis on Microsoft office tools
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization
• Ability to properly handle confidential information
• Bilingual English/Spanish verbal and written language skills are a plus
  
  

Education and Experience:

• Education minimum of a 4-year degree (BA or BS) in applicable area or education or experience equivalent.
• Background in labor relations strongly preferred.
• Understanding of HR law including FMLA, AADA, HIPPA, EEOC, ADEA, NLRA, ERISA, OSHA, and FLSA.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills – written and oral.
• Strong team building and people skills including the ability to resolve conflicting interests and obtain cooperation.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do 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.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

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