Human Resource Generalist

Location: Sumter, SC

About SKF:

SKF has been making the world spin since 1907! 

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth. SKF bearings, made in Muskegon, played an integral role in helping Mars Rover collect rock and regolith samples on the planet’s surface. 

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030. 

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion. 

Job Summary:

The Human Resource Generalist provides HR support for the SKF Factory with talent acquisition, payroll administration, employee relations, and onboarding, while maintaining confidential information, being proactive, and exercising good judgement and discretion. At SKF, we call our Human Resources Members: People Experience Experts. The People Experience Expert assists in providing a wide arrange of HR support and advice.

Responsibilities Include but Not Limited to:

• Implement, administer, and identify ways to improve employee policies and procedures. 
• Provide high-quality advice and service to management on daily employee relations and performance management issues.
• Support the HR department in implementing programs to help improve the employee experience.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with employment agencies.
• Ensure the selection of the most qualified candidates and offer proactive recruiting assistance.
• Maintain and prepare information of a highly confidential nature relating to administration, change of status, compensation, monthly reports, and employee files.
• Conduct recruitment efforts for exempt and nonexempt positions, along with interns and temporary employees.
• Work with the recruiting center to have positions posted externally, initiate, and monitor results of background checks, as well as arrange new hire onboarding.
• Partner with Corporate Communications to ensure sites and business areas are up to date with latest communication.
• Provide coaching and counsel to leaders and employees on HR programs, policy and procedures, conflict resolution, change management, diversity, and inclusion to promote a fair and equitable work environment.
• Assist with coordinating annual performance management processes.
• May receive People Services Center escalations for more complex issues related to the site.
• Administer weekly and bi-weekly payroll for the Sumter site (approx. 400 employees).
• Assist HR Manager with HR projects as needed.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 5 years of previous HR experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and credibly.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in HR systems.
• Self-starting individual who possesses resiliency and adaptability to solve problems.
• Ability to discern priorities and remain organized as business needs evolve.
• Critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills and possess the courage to intervene.
• Preferred experience with Kronos payroll system.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.
• Minimal travel may be required.

What You’ll Love About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work /life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health. Flexible work options available, depending on role.

Diversity in the Workplace:? At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement, and innovation. 

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more! 

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

Reports to: HR Manager 
Location: Sumter, SC
Job ID: 18910

SKF provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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