The Dürr Group is one of the world's leading mechanical and plant engineering firms. Products, systems and services offered by Dürr enable highly efficient manufacturing processes in different industries. Business with automobile manufacturers and their suppliers accounts for approximately 60% of Dürr's sales. Other market segments include, for example, the mechanical engineering, chemical and pharmaceutical industries and the woodworking industry. The Dürr Group operates in the market with five divisions:

• Paint and Final Assembly Systems: paint shops and final assembly systems for the automotive industry
• Application Technology: robot technologies for the automatic application of paint as well as sealants and adhesives Measuring and Process Systems: balancing and cleaning systems as well as testing and filling technology
• Clean Technology Systems: exhaust-air purification systems and energy-efficiency technology
• Woodworking Machinery and Systems: machinery for the woodworking

We are a growing organization, and we are seeking a Human Resource Generalist to join or Shared Services division. Together, with the momentum of our business vision, we can achieve international success and added innovation in all of the themes which Dürr influences at a global level.

Position Summary: The SR. Human Resource Generalist position is responsible for assisting with the development, implementation, administration, training and communication of a variety of human resources policies and programs including performance management, talent management, labor relations, employee relations, processing union hourly and non-union payrolls and HR related compliance. Duties will also include miscellaneous administrative/clerical duties as needed.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Administers various human resources plans and procedures for the Company, assists in development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Conduct and review highly confidential assignments and projects related to labor relations and employee relations issues.
• Support onboarding and orientation for new employees.
• Conduct exit interviews and ensure necessary employment termination paperwork is completed.
• Conduct references/background checks/employment testing for candidates.
• Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards or regulations.
• Interpret and explain the Union Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
• Assists Human Resources Senior Manager with design, implementation and delivery of training to employees as needed.
• General HR compliance activities, special projects as assigned. Maintain knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action guidelines and laws including FMLA, ADA, etc.
• Prepare or maintain employment records related events such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, promotions, using Human Resources management software.
• Create and analyze various HR reports/metrics including headcount.
• Provides leadership to Company's wellness committee and champions' health related initiatives.
• Support Training objectives including but not limited to Ethics, wellness, new hire training, etc.
• Provides back up to switchboard/reception.
• Cross train on payroll responsibilities.
• Miscellaneous HR administrative and research duties.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with unions.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 2 years' of prior Human Resources Generalist work experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of employees and/or management.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees and/or management.
• Demonstrated initiative and resourcefulness.
• Maintain high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Works well independently, yet is cooperative in working with team members.
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to make disciplined decisions based on facts and lessons learned
• Adaptable to change in a learning environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Experience with SAP preferred

Additional Requirements

• Pass a pre-employment drug test and be able to pass a drug test at any time during employment.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures outlined in the employee handbook

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands:

While performing duties of job, incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands and arms. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and distance vision.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Travel:

This position requires periodic travel, up to 10%. Overnight travel is not anticipated, but may occur. Travel can be both local and international.

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition or disability, height, weight, or any other protected status. We maintain a drug-free work place and perform pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Note to all Staffing Agencies: Dürr has a team of dedicated Human Resources professionals who are responsible for all hiring needs. Our practice is to partner and work with our approved vendors on an as needed basis. We do not accept resumes from agencies that are not on our preferred vendor list and have not signed our Recruiting and Permanent Placement Contract. Any resumes submitted from unapproved vendors will be considered unsolicited, and Dürr will not be obligated to pay a referral fee.