Human Resources Generalist

Summary

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for performing the complete scope of HR related duties in the following functional areas: payroll administration, benefits administration recruiting/onboarding, training, performance management and policy implementation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Administers human resource plans and procedures for all facility personnel across the three Washington plants.
• Processes weekly and bi-weekly payroll
• Works with supervisors and HR employees across all US operations to process all aspects of payroll including, time card review, special payments, garnishment, bonuses, etc.
• Works closely with the Compensation and Benefits Manager to administer benefits information, including open enrollment, changes and communication and enters employees into the benefit management system.
• Maintains HRIS and keeps employee files up to date and accurate including new hires and terminations
• Works closely with the Talent Acquisition Manager to develop staffing strategies and leads the hiring process at the facility
• Presents offers of employment and schedules necessary background, physical testing and drug testing.
• Conducts new employee onboarding and orientation for the plants
• Communicates, explains and manages personnel policies and procedures.
• Participates with the HR Director and Plant Management in developing department goals, objectives, and systems for the facility.
• Manages FMLA cases.
• Manages short and long-term disability as well as Workers Compensation cases.
• Handles employee relations and grievances as needed.
• Conduct incident investigations
• Communicates with WPP HR Director regarding terminations or resignations. Gets counseling and guidance on terminations.
• Conducts exit interviews.
• Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings as designated.
• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field
• At least 2 years of experience in HR in a manufacturing environment, including union experience
• Able to multi-task priorities among the 3 Washington, PA plants
• High attention to detail
• Communicates effectively with employees and management
• Process oriented
• Excellent written skills
• Results oriented
• Strong collaborator
• Able to travel approximately 15%

Working Conditions

• Office and Manufacturing Environment

Responsibility for Safety, Health & Environmental

• Individual is expected to perform job duties safely and in compliance with documentation outlined in the Safety, Health & Environmental system.

Quality

• Individual is expected to perform job duties in compliance with defined management system requirements.