What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Generalist position at Wastequip?
Job Details
Description
The professional in this role will be responsible for the day to day aspects of HR at the sites including; LMS, employee relations, policy communication and compliance, interview coordination and follow-up, coaching supervisors on employee performance management, and the escalation of issues requiring the attention of the VP of HR.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Coach supervisors on managing employee performance; counsel employees on job performance, attendance, and behavior
- Interpret, answer questions, and counsel employees on company policies.
- Develop recommendations and coordinate employee relations activities and special projects to maintain a positive employer-employee relationship and maintain morale.
- Conduct HR investigations and submit findings and recommendations to the plant leadership team.
- Coordinate responses to site unemployment claims.
- Coordinate non-exempt job placement including posting jobs, evaluating applications, interviewing candidates, scheduling skills assessments, extending offers, and onboarding
- Work closely with the Operations Trainer to coordinate and facilitate training (including new employee training) as needed.
- Assist with conducting exit interviews. Analyze findings and make recommendations to reduce turnover.
- Complete regular reports as required (e.g., headcount, overtime, attendance, organization chart, payroll discrepancy, etc.).
- 25% Travel
- This person will support various Manufacturing Plants
EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS
- Strong HR Generalist background with 3-5 years as an HR Professional in a manufacturing environment; strong preference is given to candidates with at least 3 years in a Generalist role
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Detail-oriented with a high sense of urgency
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive issues professionally
- Has working knowledge of HR best practices and compliance with government and legal regulations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred; comparable experience may be substituted for a degree
- PHR or SHRM CP certification is a plus.
WORK SCHEUDLE:
- Mon.- Fri.; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Occasional work hours outside of normal schedule may be needed to perform the requirements of the position
Qualifications
Behaviors
Preferred
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Motivations
Preferred
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
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