The Human Resources Generalist will provide HR support to the organization by delivering excellent customer service and human resources expertise.
The HR Generalist plays a pivotal role in the success of the organization by offering guidance on recruitment, performance management, employee relations and HR best practices to support the organization’s mission, vision, and values to foster a positive and fun work environment.
Benefits: PTO that starts accruing on the first day 100% Company paid Employee only UHC Medical as well as Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance Affordable dental & vision insurance (optional) Weekly pay Employee discounts Work with a fun, close-knit group Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Recruitment
● Support recruitment efforts including conducting interviews and assisting in onboarding new associates in an effort to provide a positive candidate and new hire experience.
● Collaborates with HR and marketing team to support recruitment and employer brand activities such as posting, pre-employment screening, recruitment marketing campaigns, assisting with rating & review strategies, etc.
● Partner with HR team and managers to ensure new associates are aware of and understand Company policies, procedures, Mission, Vision and Values.
Payroll/HRIS
● Support HR assistant in processing new hires, changes in job classification, transfers, merit increases, terminations and maintaining accurate records, etc.
● Support and assist operations team with accuracy of the timekeeping records for the warehouses and retail stores.
● Support Accounting and payroll in solving and eliminating payroll errors.
Reports and files
● Prepares HR reports and key metrics ensuring they are accurate, timely and audit ready.
● Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics, ex.
time to hire and employee turnover rate Employee relations
● Serve as the initial point of contact for associates and managers to provide support on employee relations and performance management concerns
● Work closely with managers to provide performance improvement plans, documentation, and coach managers on how to provide appropriate feedback to associates.
● Partner with management to conduct internal investigations into concerns/complaints, sexual harassment investigations, safety incidents, etc and provide written documentation, and provide possible solutions.
● Advise management and employees on interpretation of policies, guidelines, and procedures.
Benefits Administration –
● Knowledgeable on HR policies, benefits, and associate well-being programs and assist managers in facilitating communication sessions for all employees.
● Coordinate annual benefits enrollment and maintain employee benefits changes throughout the plan year including short-term disability, health/life/dental insurance coverage and EAP changes.
● Oversee and provide instruction with managers and associates regarding leave of absences including medical leave, disabilities, FMLA and other leaves.
● Serve as the Wellness Champion and implement a wellness program for employees and provide ongoing oversight of the program
● Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment and benefits laws and regulations.
● Provide and lead the Activities committee.
Performance Management
● Monitors the performance evaluation program and follow up with training requests and the issuance of appropriate documentation.
● Assist with performance management, including delivering corrective actions for hourly employees and processing terminations in partnership with HR assistant.
● Support, organize and conduct training & development initiatives.
Communication
● Confidentially handle sensitive associate information and escalate when needed.
General duties
● Maintains knowledge of HR Practices and Policies along with local, state and federal employment laws.
● Lead or support assigned annual HR initiatives/projects.
● Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvement to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
● Follow and adhere to all safety policies and procedures and participate in safety initiatives.
● Act as HR ambassador ensuring alignment with company mission, vision and values.
● Performs other duties assigned by the supervisor or management.
Requirements:
● Bachelor’s degree or 2 years equivalent Human Resources experience
● Familiarity with HR databases, HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems.
● Proficient in using technology, Google Suite strongly preferred as this role is responsible for generating reports, managing multiple data sets and being the report expert within the team
● Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage time, and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment, excellent organizational skills KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
● Excellent interpersonal skills – respectful and responsive.
● Ability to work effectively with others, possessing tact and discretion and demonstrate a high level of confidentiality in all matters
● Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and sense of urgency, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
● Ability to work under pressure
● Displays a positive, optimistic attitude in all interactions with people
● Team player with a growth, development and challenge accepted mindset
● Communicate clearly, both written and orally, as to communicate with internal and external customers and employees, members of the HR team, and in group presentations and meetings
● Must be able to prioritize and plan work activities as to use time efficiently
● Must be organized, accurate, thorough, and able to monitor work for quality
● Knowledge of multi-state and federal employment laws and regulations.
● Critical thinking and problem-solving skills working with all levels of the organization.
● Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage projects independently, and to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines in fast-paced environment.
● Ability to make decisions consistent with department strategy and company policies.
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills for recruiting, presenting information and ideas, and responding to questions from co-workers, vendors, clients and customers.
● Ability to solve problems and apply creative and timely solutions At A&C Business Enterprises you’ll have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to – and to get in on the ground floor of a tremendous growth opportunity We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Come join us as we embark on our next great adventure