Plant Human Resources Generalist

About the role

O-I is a world leader in glass container manufacturing, with over a century of experience creating pure, sustainable, brand‑building glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non‑alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. The Muskogee plant offers a small‑town environment within an hour’s drive of many lakes, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of staffing, payroll, performance management, employee development, training and succession planning.
• Drive the implementation of HR processes and initiatives.
• Train and monitor work accuracy of Payroll/HR responsibilities with managers.
• Maintain and reconcile all hourly payroll files and data for the plant, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Sarbanes‑Oxley requirements.
• Process weekly plant hourly payroll, including balancing general ledger interfaces and preparing regular and special payroll reports.
• Assist in the administration of employee benefit and compensation programs and other HR company initiatives as required.
• Partner with the Plant HR Manager for disability processing, relocation coordination, HR requisition and PAF process, maintaining employee files and performance plan tracking and record keeping.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree required.
• Previous professional experience in Human Resources, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in payroll administration in a fast‑paced environment preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of Ceridian DayForce and SAP are a plus.
• Positive and proactive company and employee advocate.
• Professional demeanor and ability to communicate with all levels within the organization.
• Ability to assist in the execution of labor and employee relations activities that drive productivity and efficiency.
• Ability to assist with grievance administration.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Strong attention to detail.

Benefits

• Vacation time and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, prescription and vision care coverage.
• Pre‑tax accounts.
• Well‑being program with opportunity to earn employer contributions.
• Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) retirement saving plans with employer contributions.
• Financial advisors to assist with retirement planning and financial wellness.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is between $70,000 and $90,000 and includes a possible 12% short‑term incentive bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based upon candidate experience and other job‑related factors permitted by law.