HR Generalist

About the role

The Herff Jones Human Resources team is seeking an HR Generalist to join our Indianapolis team. This position reports to the HR Manager.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Plant leadership to understand business priorities by attending weekly meetings, daily GEMBA, 1v1s, etc.
• Provide coaching and consultation to leaders on employee relations practices necessary to maintain a positive employment relationship.
• Conduct investigations, as needed.
• Act as the liaison for unemployment, workers compensation, and the workers comp insurance carrier.
• Promote a positive workplace culture and coordinate employee engagement initiatives and events.
• Support the performance management process, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and development plans.
• Maintain accurate HR records and employee files.
• Prepare HR reports and analyze HR metrics to support decision-making.
• Support employee training and development programs, recruiting and onboarding, and employee terminations.
• Maintain state and federal compliance relating to FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and EEOC standards.
• Aid in the administration of employee benefits programs.
• Aid in the administration of payroll, timesheets, and verification.
• Assist with other HR-related tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Demonstrated understanding of core HR competencies – Employee Relations, Compensation and Benefits, Recruiting and Retention, Talent Management and Organizational Development, Performance Management, Compliance, EHS & Risk Management, and Change Management.
• Superior problem-solving abilities and abilities to motivate/influence others.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• High level of initiative and attention to detail.
• Strong multi-tasking skills and the ability to manage shifting priorities and workload requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient using HRIS Systems and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Eagerness to continually learn and advance in business acumen/HR development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field.
• 3+ years progressive HR management/generalist experience required.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred.
• Active SHRM/HR certification preferred, or willing to become certified within 6 months.
• Working knowledge of all State and Federal labor laws.

Skills

• Understanding of core HR competencies.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Initiative and attention to detail.
• Multi-tasking skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS Systems and Microsoft Office.
• Handling sensitive information.
• Continuous learning and advancement.

Benefits

Herff Jones offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Pay

$65K - $85K starting salary.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Benefits

Health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other perks.

Company Culture

Herff Jones fosters a positive workplace culture and supports employee engagement initiatives and events.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Herff Jones is an equal opportunity employer and maintains affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.