Human Resources Generalist

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides tactical HR support to manufacturing managers and employees and implements programs/policies/processes.
• Develops relationships with internal business managers/supervisors to partner in decision-making and resolve issues.
• Demonstrates leadership in employee relations. Responsible for coaching managers and employees to continuously improve performance.
• Implements and administers HR programs and processes, including staffing, performance management, training and development, and employee relations.
• Coordinates the employment of hourly employees to include the job posting process, interviewing, and screening.
• Assists in talent acquisition and the recruitment process.
• Conducts employee orientation, assists with onboarding, and help plan training with Workforce Development.
• Ensures compliance with laws and regulations.
• Administers the hourly employee performance management program which includes annual evaluation and disciplinary processes.
• Maintains employee records and documentation to meet Vallourec Standard Operating Procedures, HR’s Standard Operating Procedures, Federal, State, and Local compliance requirements. 

• Supports other HR functions as needed.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Solid knowledge of federal and state employment / labor laws.
• Experience in union avoidance in a large hourly workforce environment.
• Strong communicator with excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• A change agent who can implement new programs in a fast-paced growth environment.
• Personable and professional in dealing with employees, corporate management, and cross functional corporate departments.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS degree in Human Resources, Business, or comparable field.
• 2+ years exempt level HR experience in an industrial / manufacturing setting preferred.
• PHR, SPHR, GPHR certification is preferred.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES & CAPABILITIES:

• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Accountability
• Reliability/dependability
• Initiative
• Safety awareness
• Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback
• Pride in performance
• Continuous Improvement/Quality
• Communication
• Positive responses to change
• High attention to detail