Human Resource Generalist

Salary Range: $23.62-$28.59/ hour

Mayday Manufacturing is looking for a HR Generalist to join our team. We are looking for someone who has strong communication skills and can articulate the value or the solution that Mayday brings to the customer. If you're someone who likes to recruit, engage with people, train and develop employees, help with benefits selections- this is the job for you. Mayday Manufacturing is well respected in the global aerospace industry, and recognized as having the best on-time and quality performance. Our company supports your growth through developmental opportunities.

Position Overview:

The Human Resource Generalist I is responsible for general human resource functions including recruiting, employee relations, compliance issues, benefits oversight and affirmative action compliance. Work is performed under general supervision

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Represents the company with a positive attitude
• Assists with recruiting and facilitating the hiring of top-caliber job applicants for open positions; collaborating with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings
• Maintains accurate recruiting records for compliance purposes; assists in preparing reports related to EEO and AAP compliance, or other HR functions
• Conducts or acquires pre-employment assessments, background checks, drug tests, and employee eligibility verifications; handles all Employment Authorization documentation and notifications
• Facilitates and assists with the completion of new hire onboarding paperwork and training that drives retention and employee engagement from day one
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff
• Attends, participates in and documents employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations, as needed
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records
• Provides basic filing and recordkeeping to maintain accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation
• Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, holiday parties, and retirement celebrations

Competencies:

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Basic knowledge and understanding of human resource principles, concepts, and procedures, including federal, state, and local employment laws
• Able to speak, read, and write the English language
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including active listening skills, with potential candidates, employees, and others across various organizational functions
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, and employees
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, diplomacy, and confidentiality
• Good organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite - Excel, Word, Power Point
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's human resource information system (HRIS), talent management system, and other similar computer applications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field, or equivalent work experience
• At least five years managing all phases of the recruitment and hiring process

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Three or more years of human resource recruiting experience in a manufacturing company

Additional eligibility qualifications:

• Dependable and independent worker
• Humble and service-oriented; able to work with the team to achieve stated goals and objectives and with supervisors/managers to resolve employee issues
• Prior working experience in human resources dealing with confidential and sensitive information
• Advanced understanding of principles and processes of customer service
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment
• Must have an acceptable criminal history background check
• Must pass a drug test

• Must have a valid Driver's License

• Must have a satisfactory driving record

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk using a computer and phone
• Hearing and vision must be within normal range with or without correction
• May occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

• Full-time
• Hours are generally 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday
• Some early or late hours may be required to accommodate 2nd and 3rd shifts

• May require occasional long days and weekend work to meet deadlines

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Work is in an office environment; may on occasion be required to go into the climate-controlled plant facility where you may be exposed to moderate levels of constant or intermittent noise and where safety glasses are required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Travel Requirements:

• Some local or overnight travel may be required for business meetings, training, or conferences

Full benefits package plus Vacation and Paid Days Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability insurance benefits, 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match, Employee Stock Purchasing Plan, Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)., Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Mayday Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.