Human Resources Generalist (Bilingual Required)

Under the direction of the VP of Human Resources, the Human Resources Generalist will support a variety of culture and people related initiatives aimed at creating an environment where our people can do their best work. The primary responsibilities of this role are to support the culture, talent, benefit, and operational initiatives of the Human Resources team. This role requires the HRG to be self-motivated, organized and detail oriented with good proactive instincts for how best to be of help in a growing, fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.

This role reports to the Vice President of Human Resources.

•  Assists the onsite HR Manager with Talent Acquisition Manager in recruiting, interviewing, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications. Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standards. 
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Creating employee engagement plans, getting necessary budget approval, and initiating activities. 
• Collaborating with outside vendors, upper management and employees and maintaining all standards associated. 
• Assists the HR Manager in 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.
• Effectively communicate and execute necessary changes to policies and procedures.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Assure Company policies are administered fairly and consistently throughout the area of responsibility.
• Assists the HR Manager with the administration of all Leave of Absence programs and processes including Transitional Work Program and Accommodations Process.
• Assists with health and welfare benefits open enrollment meetings and employee meetings to update or roll out other benefits related programs as needed.
• This job position performs other assignments and performs other duties as deemed necessary.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS/HRM systems.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration or another related field required, or 5 plus years of progressive HR experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Overall, 3-5 years of broad HR experience including talent management and performance management.
• Experience supporting organization-wide human resources programs that cover performance management, talent acquisition and development, coaching, succession planning, data analytics and relationship management.
• Previous experience in capturing metrics and producing various employment reports.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the location.