The Human Resource Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level for the assigned location(s) while working closely with the HR Team in supporting IWG operations.  This position will assist in the following areas: employee relations and engagement, talent acquisition, onboarding/offboarding, safety, benefits administration, policy development and implementation, employment law compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities

Perform standard responsibilities as a Human Resource Generalist to include:

• Assists with the talent acquisition process for all nonexempt personnel, students/interns and temporary employees; writes and places advertisements.
• Oversee site level employee onboarding procedures, educating newly hired employees on HR policies, benefits, internal procedures, and regulations.
• Administer stay and exit interviews to gain a better understanding from the perspective of our employees.
• Maintains headcount/staff reporting for all IWG EW employees.
• Regular use of HR software to support payroll and employee benefits.
• Ensure physical and digital files for employees and their documents, benefits, and attendance records are maintained appropriately in compliance with all federal, state and local employment benefit laws and regulations.
• Serve as a point of contact for employees concerning any human resources issues, generating official internal documents as required.
• Assist in the development and implementation of employee recognition and retention programs including employee events, engagement surveys, etc.
• Prepare and present HR data and report on key metrics to support business decisions.
• Assists and participates with the safety program.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Teamwork:

• Daily communication with HR Director to ensure objectives are met.
• Support and comply with company policies and procedures as applicable.
• Demonstrate a positive and supportive attitude.

Qualifications and Skills

Qualifications and Skills include:

• Ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in human resources management with 1-3 years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong Written and Verbal Communication skills, Organizational Skills, Relationship Management/Client-driven
• Knowledge of HR principles and employment laws
• Ability to manage time sensitive tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with an automated HRIS system
• Must be initiative-taking and self-directed.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• High level of discretion and professionalism

Working Conditions

• Standard Office Working Conditions with the ability to navigate the manufacturing space as well.
• Local travel between plants is required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.