Human Resources Generalist

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing processing and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power automotive ammunition coinage construction materials refrigeration electronics and many other industries. To us metal is more than material.

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Wielands culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company we benefit daily from our employees knowledge and our cultural vision we place our core values at the heart of everything we do:safetyambitionoptimismreliabilityownershipdiversity &respect.

Wieland is hiring a Human Resources Generalist.The Generalist Human Resources will be responsible for supporting and executing a broad range of human resources functions across the GX business unit while ensuring compliance operational efficiency and positive employee experiences. This role serves as a strategic and hands-on business partner to employees supervisors and leadership by providing guidance and support in employee relations labor relations HR systems administration compliance and workforce planning.

The HR Generalist plays a critical on-site role within a dynamic unionized manufacturing environment and is expected to exercise sound judgment maintain confidentiality and independently manage HR processes and initiatives that support operational and business objectives. This role is located in Montpelier OH and will be fully on-site. While this role is local occasional travel to other locations may be required (15-25% travel).

Human Resources Generalist Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted HR business partner to supervisors employees and leadership by providing timely guidance coaching and resolution on employee relations policy interpretation performance management and workplace concerns
• Supports and administers personnel policies procedures and HR programs to ensure alignment with business objectives operational needs and Wieland HR standards
• Leads and supports employee relations activities including investigations corrective action administration conflict resolution employee counseling and documentation while ensuring consistency and legal compliance
• Assists in administering and interpreting Collective Bargaining Agreements supporting grievance administration labor relations activities and contract compliance where applicable
• Ensures compliance with Federal State and Local employment laws and regulations company policies and government reporting requirements affecting human resources functions
• Coordinates and administers HR processes including onboarding employee status changes promotions transfers leaves of absence separations return-to-work processes and performance management support
• Provides day-to-day support for payroll benefits disability leave administration and employee assistance programs in coordination with Corporate Payroll and Benefits teams
• Serves as the site lead for HR systems and timekeeping platforms (UKG/Dayforce) ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee transactions pay progressions shift updates manpower reporting and workforce data integrity
• Partners with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers to support recruiting efforts including candidate experience interview coordination pre-employment activities onboarding and workforce planning initiatives
• Facilitates new hire orientation and onboarding programs to ensure a positive compliant and engaging employee experience from hire through integration into the organization
• Maintains employee records HR documentation and confidential information in compliance with company standards and state and federal requirements
• Partners with operational leadership to identify workforce trends staffing needs succession planning opportunities employee engagement initiatives and organizational effectiveness improvements
• Supports safety and health programs policies practices and procedures in compliance with OSHA and applicable Federal State and Local regulations
• Monitors analyzes and reports on key HR metrics (KPIs) manpower reporting turnover trends attendance and other workforce analytics to support informed business decisions and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recommends and supports process improvements policy enhancements and employee experience initiatives that improve operational efficiency and strengthen organizational culture
• Plans coordinates and supports employee engagement activities communication initiatives training programs and HR projects
• Provides coaching and guidance to supervisors and managers on employee management practices policy application leadership effectiveness and HR best practices
• Supports audits compliance reporting pension and dues administration (where applicable) and other HR operational requirements
• Serves as backup support for HR leadership as needed
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

Human Resources Generalist Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in human resources Business Administration or related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive Human Resources experience preferably within a manufacturing and/or unionized environment
• Working knowledge of Federal and State employment laws and regulations including FMLA ADA EEO wage and hour laws and labor relations practices
• Experience handling employee relations matters investigations and policy administration
• Strong understanding of HR operations payroll benefits recruiting onboarding and compliance processes
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred
• Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Office HRIS and timekeeping systems (UKG Dayforce preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Strong problem-solving organizational interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Effective communicator with the ability to build relationships and interact professionally at all levels of the organization
• High level of integrity professionalism and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information
• Strong customer-service mindset with the ability to balance employee advocacy and business needs
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments while maintaining a strong sense of urgency and accountability

Joining Wielands team gives you

• Benefits-Starting on Day 1!Including Medical Dental Vision Disability Life & more!
• Retirement Savings- 401(k) contribution match.
• Work/Life Balance- Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9000 employees worldwide and 40 locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs Wieland encourages participation in ourunique and personalized approach to wellness where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is anequal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.