Bi-lingual Specialist - HR

JCB•Pooler, GA

About The Position

Bilingual HR Specialist Company Profile 80 years and countless innovations later, JCB is the world’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. At 22 plants spanning four continents—and countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, India and Brazil—JCB manufactures a range of more than 300 products including Loadall telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, Access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and Fastrac tractors. JCB people are at the heart of our business and as a family-owned business we answer to our customers, not a group of shareholders. That freedom allows us to concentrate on developing the latest technologies and incorporating them into our equipment. We focus on what our customer needs on the jobsite – a machine that holds up in the toughest environment and increases their productivity. At JCB, we stand behind our products – and our name. Position Purpose The bilingual employee relations specialist is responsible for engaging in a range of activities related to employee relations and staffing functions for manufacturing.

Requirements

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Familiarity with principles and procedures for recruitment, selection, training and compensation and benefits
Understanding of behavior and performance and individual differences in ability, personality, interests, learning and motivation
Familiarity with group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, ethnicities and cultures
Excellent bilingual written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal
Ability to resolve conflicts quickly
Flexibility and able to adapt quickly to changes
Effectively prioritize and manage time to complete multiple projects and tasks on time
Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Proven ability to interface and influence at all levels of the organization.
Strong business acumen with the ability to influence culture and create alignment between business goals and HR processes.
Great people management and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

Builds constructive relationships with employees and other stakeholders; reinforces the consistent application of JCB standards
Assists with employee relations matters in both English and Spanish, to resolve workplace issues, conducting investigations, and ensuring compliance with company policies.
Acts as a liaison between department managers and team members.
Provides advice and counsel to managers and supervisors regarding personnel practices, policy and employment laws.
Ensures compliance with all state and federal discrimination and employment regulations.
Provides translation support in Spanish/English
Work with HR administrators to maintain accurate HR data and identify opportunities for process improvements.
Assist in recruitment activities, including resume screening and participating in interviews to select suitable candidates.
Administrative support for Management
Other duties as assigned