HR Generalist

POSITION SUMMARY

The HR Generalist will function as a support person for general human resources matters, while focusing on recruiting, training, and employee relations for both current company locations: Clarksville, TN, and Chipley, FL. Travel is required for this position.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruit, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborate with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Administer new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Communicate effectively with staff and supervisors regarding upcoming events, meetings, HR deadlines, etc.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Acts as subject matter expert for policy and Handbook questions.
• Serve as a liaison between Chipley location and Corporate office.
• Manage floor staff timecards, absence notifications, notes, and attendance occurrences; assist supervisors in issuing appropriate disciplinary actions.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, compliance training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Communicate and distribute any policy changes, plant notifications, inclement weather closings, and benefit information to employees and staff.
• Maintain injury, near miss, and accident information and reports as required by OSHA.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Responsible for the 5S housekeeping system within assigned work area by maintaining the work area and keeping the equipment in a clean orderly condition.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work conditions are normal for an office environment, with some time spent on a manufacturing floor
• Work involves standing and walking, as well as prolonged periods sitting at a desk or working on a computer.
• Work may involve lifting up to 40 lbs. at times
• Noise level is normal for a manufacturing environment.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field strongly preferred.
• At least five years of human resource management experience preferred, with at least two of those years in manufacturing
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Well-developed organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.