Human Resources Generalist

About the Organization RENK America is a leading supplier in the defense, marine and industry sector with superior mobility, propulsion and drive train solutions. Our tradition is centered on precision-engineered systems for maximum impact, efficiency and endurance. RENK's ambition is to support each and every one of its customers to exceed standards in harsh conditions and combat situations. RENK America employs over 500 employees at our US locations in Muskegon, Michigan, Cincinnati, Ohio, Camby, Indiana and Roseville, Michigan. RENK America is driven by this sense of pride and purpose in our country and our community. Description

Job Description

Supports the business by performing professional level Human Resources responsibilities involving one or more operational areas such as employment, benefits administration, employee/labor relations, training, HRIS, legal & regulatory compliance. Receives and acts on employee complaints or grievances, administers employee records, ensures compliance with labor laws and regulations, recommends and coordinates employee training activities and administers compensation, benefits and performance programs. Works with employees and managers to address root causes of human resources and employee relations issues.

Essential Functions

Employment responsibilities including but is not limited to:

• Distributes appropriate and compliant internal and external job postings
• Ensures outreach efforts are done to comply with Company affirmative action plan
• May assist with screening of resumes
• Schedules and conducts phone screens and in-person interviews for hourly positions
• Assists in facilitation and documents hourly hiring team’s selection of best qualified candidates
• Initiates background screening process and other pre-employment checks
• Schedules and conducts new hire orientation / on-boarding process
  
  

Benefits Responsibilities Including But Is Not Limited To

• Acts as the day-to-day employee contact for benefits related items. This includes but is not limited to health, dental, vision, voluntary benefits, short & long-term disability, parental leave, retirement benefits
• Schedules and conducts benefits/open enrollment meetings on all shifts and informs all eligible employees of qualified benefits. Audits and ensures all employees have had opportunity to complete open enrollment process
  
  

Employee Relations Responsibilities Including But Is Not Limited To

• Explains company Human Resources policies, benefits, and procedures to employees, managers, or job applicants
• Administers local attendance policy
• Assists managers and employees to address root causes of basic human resources and employee relations issues
• Leads or participates on location employee engagement team that plans and organizes events and activities, e.g. luncheons, giveaways, contests, events, etc
  
  

Training & Development responsibilities including but is not limited to:

• Administers Company Learning Management System (LMS)
• Works with managers to place location training content into the LMS
• Ensures all compliance trainings are 100% completed on-time
• Responsible for working with managers for applicable training grants
• Responsible for ISO compliance with training requirements
• Acts as a resource in locating appropriate programs and resource to meet training needs
  
  

Compliance Responsibilities Including But Is Not Limited To

• Maintains employee personnel and confidential files
• Responsible for running, auditing, and if applicable filing EEO-1, VETS 4212 reports in a timely and accurate manner
• Responsible for I-9’s and E-Verify records
• Maintains outreach efforts to comply with Company affirmative action plan
• Assists with data collection for OFCCP desk audits and/or on-site reviews
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions
  
  

Other Responsibilities Including But Is Not Limited To

• Point person for the intern program including but not limited to recruiting, onboarding, scheduling periodic meetings, guiding interns with their presentations, etc.
• Improves human resources job knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies/organizations.
• Administers tuition reimbursement policy
• Completes special human resources projects as assigned by clarifying project objectives; setting timetables and schedules; conducting research; developing and organizing information; resolving concerns; analyzing time and cost issues; preparing reports
• Participates in local wage, benefits, and policy surveys
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Position Requirements

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field Required or
• 4 years or more Human Resources experience or equivalent Required
• Bachelors's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field Preferred
• 0-3 years or more Human Resources experience or equivalent Required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word and Excel, HRIS and Talent Management Systems
• Basic knowledge of HR laws, regulations and best practices
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• PHR - Professional Human Resources Certification Preferred
• SHRM CP – Certified Professional Preferred
• Valid Drivers License for Business Travel
  
  

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt EOE Statement RENK America is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. RENK America is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. RENK America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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