Human Resources Generalist

The Human Resources Generalist will be responsible for assisting in all policy employee/labor relations employment and wellness/safety matters and requirements and will work closely with other HR staff. This position is also responsible for the coordination and administration of all company benefits including Leaves of Absence. Additionally these responsibilities include the administration of Workers Compensation. The role supports two sites Cleveland OH and Cardington OH and requires travel to the Cardington OH location at least twice per month.

Essential Duties:

• Reviews tracks and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training continuing education and work assessments. This may include safety training anti-harassment training professional licensure and aptitude exams and certifications.

• Performs routine tasks to administer and execute human resource programsincluding 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.

• Maintains compliance with federal state and local employment laws and regulations and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

• Oversee administrate and coordinate all Benefits for employees. Work with Third Party Administrators or insurance carriers. Plan oversee and coordinate annual Open Enrollment effort planning all communications schedules plan changes/rates among all employee groups. Assist employees with online Benefit enrollment as needed.

• Subject Matter Expert related to the Companys Retirement savings programs inclusive but not limited to communication audits and reporting. Work with Payroll to process change transactions as needed. Understand and keep pace with differences between the different Benefit plans.

• Administer and follow-up on all Workers Compensation issues including on-the-job injuries/accidents OSHA 300 log medical treatment follow-up communication with medical providers supervisors/managers etc. Interface with Third Party Administrators and legal counsel as .

• Accurately interpret and administer the Collective Bargaining Agreement in all areas including progressive discipline medical insurance life insurance Retirement savings plan disability and Workers Compensation and other relevant matters pertaining to benefits FMLA/disability leave etc. Keep abreast of all laws or practices that may impact the same.

• As needed assist in recruiting interviewing processing candidates for full-time employment opportunities. Coordinate each interview directly with the hiring supervisor and follow up as necessary. Assist in the orientation of newly hired employees.

• Manage New Hire Onboarding / Orientation and ensure employees are compliant with required Safety training courses.

• Follow updated written procedures/policies outlining proper handling of benefit-related matters i.e. short-term/long-term disability Family Medical Leave Act requests negotiation-related issues employment physicals/drug screening etc. Keep abreast of current laws and compliance requirements as it may relate to insurance/retirement savings plan issues such as American with Disabilities (ADA) Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) CT Paid Leave etc.; attend professional workshops seminars etc. on a regular basis. Administer Leaves of Absence in coordination with TPA.

• Utilize HRIS to track employee activity including compensation benefit changes/personnel changes and other pertinent employment data to provide timely informational feedback. Organize and maintain all employee medical/Workers Compensation files to improve both personal and departmental effectiveness as well as developing benefits-related forms as needed. Assist other HR staff in this regard.

• Assist with a variety of other Human Resources duties and participate in union contractual negotiations as .

• Interface regularly positively and professionally with all levels of the organization dealing in a confidential manner with a broad scope of issues.

These are the general duties to fulfill the Human Resources Generalist job description not a detailed description of all the work . New duties and responsibilities may be to meet the changing demands of the business.

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Bachelors degree preferred in Human Resources Management Benefit Administration Business Administration or Social Sciences.

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant Human Resources generalist experience especially regarding benefits and employee relations. Prior manufacturing experience preferred; having worked in a unionized environment preferred.

Knowledge and Skills Preferred:

• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills

• Self-starter/self-motivated/take initiative professional. Ability to work with minimal supervision and direction. Strong organizational skills coupled with timely follow-through.

• High interest in working in a Team environment yet confident enough to work independently.

• Strong computer literacy (PC Windows Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel HRIS).

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work long hours in a sedentary position sitting talking looking at a computer charts/graphs and performing repetitive motions.

• Ability to move objects and materials of at least 25lbs.

• Ability to collaborate with manufacturing team members as needed in an environment that can be noisy.

• Ability to follow safety guidelines and wear required PPE when onsite.

• Ability to occasionally work outside of standard business hours.
• Travel to Cardington OH location twice per month.