Human Resources Generalist

McKinley Paper and Packaging Company is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist for our multi-facility locations in Santa Fe Springs and Cerritos, CA.

This individual will be responsible for all Human Resources related duties at the assigned manufacturing plants and working closely with plant leadership to support the facility and its employees.

The position has direct line reporting responsibility to the Human Resources Manager and dotted line responsibility to the facility General Manager. This role works and communicates closely with plant leadership including production, shipping and safety, as well as with corporate functions for payroll and benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as primary contact to managers, supervisors and employees on all human resources related matters.
• Interpretation and consistent application of facility policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook and Work Rules.
• Active participation in hiring processes including recruitment, interviewing, testing, position designation, post-offer requirements, onboarding process and introductory period tracking for performance evaluations.
• First-line point of contact for all facility employees for benefits information and access. Communication of issues to Corporate Benefits Specialist for resolution.
• Preparation and submission of payroll information to Payroll; includes paid time off, confirmation of worked hours, rates and rate adjustments that are due.
• Reviews facts and details with facility managers prior to employee separations to ensure appropriate documentation is present. Active participation in dispute of unemployment claims and any resulting actions or hearings.
• Serve as advisor/coach to employees and plant leadership and actively participate in employee relations/counseling situations. Documentation of details of employee meetings.
• Maintenance and update of personnel files, including I-9s, E-Verify and required documentation.
• Maintenance of weekly facility manning, and as needed facility organizational charts and company directories.
• Computing, recording and maintenance of reports related to employee leave, absences, and vacations.
• Preparation of employee communications for disciplinary record as required and maintenance of accurate and complete records of past actions, including reassignments.
• Facilitation of random drug testing, assistance with required DOT testing, if applicable, physicals and driving records.
• Work with Safety Manager and coordination of communication of information for work-related incidents to Corporate HR including active support of medical management of injuries.
• Compliance with company policies and procedures while staying current on federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Addition duties as required and assigned by management.

Requirements:

• 3 to 5 years in a Manufacturing facility in a Human Resources role with responsibilities for hiring, employee relations, record-keeping, and working knowledge of Federal, State, and Local Labor Laws, including FMLA, ADA, Wage & Hour.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite of products.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written with all levels of employees.
• B.S. Degree in Human Resources or related experience.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance
• 11 Holidays