Senior Human Resources Generalist

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Administer a timekeeping system and complete light bi-weekly payroll duties (payroll processing is outsourced)
• Manage the FMLA process to include tracking of time, distribution of forms, follow-up with employees, review (including approving/denying and verifying) FMLA requests
• Research and investigate employee issues and concerns, consult with management and coordinate necessary action to bring to an appropriate resolution
• Conduct recruitment efforts for all hourly personnel and temporary employees; process background checks and employment authorizations, conduct new-employee orientation
• Perform benefits administration to include helping enroll new hires, answering claims questions, and communicating benefits information to employees
• Assist with the management of worker’s compensation and safety programs, (accident investigations, report preparation, claim management, coordination and tracking of training)
• Partner with the management team providing support on HR initiatives including Performance Management, Technical Skills Analysis, Succession Planning, Employee Training and Development, etc.
• Plan, coordinate and assist with events, communication initiatives, and special projects (employee engagement activities, wellness programs, employee newsletter)
• Complete HR administrative duties such as creating and maintaining employee files, completing reports, etc.
• Actively participate in the continuous improvement efforts of the Human Resources function
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 3-5 years of HR experience, with part/all of that experience being in manufacturing
• Employee relations experience
• Non-Union experience
• Conflict resolution skills
• Detail oriented
• Benefits Administration Experience
• Worker’s compensation experience and safety knowledge
• Payroll experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Solid listening skills
• Ability to deal with information/situations in a highly confidential manner
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and Power Point