HR Generalist

Summary:

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for performing the complete scope of HR-related duties in the following functional areas: employee relations, payroll administration, benefits administration recruiting/onboarding, training, performance management and policy implementation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administers human resource plans and procedures for all facility personnel in the plant Processes weekly and bi-weekly payroll
• Works with supervisors and the leadership team to process all aspects of payroll including, time card review, special payments, garnishment, bonuses, etc.
• Works closely with the Compensation and Benefits Manager to administer benefits information, including open enrollment, changes and communication and enters employees into the benefits management system.
• Maintains HRIS and keeps employee files up to date and accurate including new hires and terminations
• Works closely with the Talent Acquisition Manager to develop staffing strategies and leads the hiring process at the facility
• Presents offers of employment and schedules necessary background, physical testing and drug testing.
• Conducts new employee onboarding and orientation for the plants

• Communicates, explains and manages personnel policies and procedures.

• Participates with the HR Director and Plant Management in developing department goals, objectives, and systems for the facility.
• Manages FMLA cases.
• Manages short and long-term disability as well as Workers' Compensation cases.
• Handles employee relations and conducts incident investigations
• Communicate with WPP HR Director regarding terminations or resignations. Gets counseling and guidance on terminations.
• Conducts exit interviews.
• Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings as designated.
• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field

• At least 2 years of experience in HR in a manufacturing environment
• Able to multi-task priorities among the 3 Washington plants
• High attention to detail
• Communicates effectively with employees and management
• Process-oriented
• Excellent written skills
• Results-oriented
• Strong collaborator
• Able to travel approximately 15%

Working Conditions

• Office and Manufacturing Environment