HR Business Partner

Graphic Packaging Careers•Kalamazoo, MI

1d•$60,100 - $80,100•Onsite

About The Position

The HR BP provides HR Generalist support in areas such as job code management, staffing, employee relations, training/development, reporting and other related areas. They monitor and provide necessary training and coaching to managers and supervisors on operating within a union environment. They complete day-to-day administration of human resource programs including completing all the necessary paperwork to enroll, terminate and modify employee records among various other HR related responsibilities. They understand and align business operations and Human Resources as he/she executes their role to exceed customer expectations and align with GPI business, cultural, financial and operational objectives.

Requirements

3+ years of human resource generalist experience in a union plant environment preferred/highly desirable
Proficient in working with HRIS systems and tools; SAP is a plus
Hands-on experience supporting employee relations initiatives and investigations
PHR/SHRM-CP certification preferred/highly desirable
HR Policy and Procedure Knowledge
Labor and Employment Law (NLRB, EEO, ADA, AA, FMLA, etc.)
Recruiting and staffing practices
Multiple HR disciplines
Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field, or equivalent experience
Superior verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, HRIS systems
Work involves confidential and sensitive information. Discretion is essential.
Strong analytical and organizational skills, detail orientation, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to implement creative solutions while working under pressure and is self-directed.
Ability to collaborate and communicate with all levels of employees and management.
The role requires an individual to quickly change and adapt to new priorities and a patient individual who can be objective, and ask appropriate questions that uncover underlying issues.

Nice To Haves

SAP is a plus
PHR/SHRM-CP certification preferred/highly desirable

Responsibilities

Lead employee relations issues with plant management to affect prompt and appropriate resolution.
Interprets Company policy for supervisors and employees. Assists and provides input toward the development of policies and procedures.
Directs the collection and preparation of routine and special human resource reports.
Provides assistance to employees and supervisors in solving work-related problems and union grievances. Evaluates the issue and meets with supervisors to determine effective remediation techniques, such as job skills training or personal intervention, to resolve human relations issues.
Lead internal investigations regarding issues of unfair employment and discrimination complaints.
Direct job posting process to ensure timely posting of open positions. Reviews all applications and works with hiring manager to ensure proper placement of candidates.
Source qualified candidates through advertising, approved recruiters, and other recruiting sources.
Interview and assist in the selection of qualified candidates to fill approved positions. Coach managers on candidate interviewing and selection. Analyzes job requirements making recommendation of final selection.
Manage hourly employment offer processes and all pre-employment steps – references, background check, and drug screen – in preparation for completing the hiring process.
Follow through on all resumes and applications received for open positions to ensure that proper correspondence is sent to applicants. Maintains applicant database.
Performs new employee orientation to foster positive outlook toward plant and company goals.
Oversees the off-boarding process.
Prepare and process termination paperwork.
Complete transactions for all employee changes that represent a change in status among which include promotions, transfers, separations, approved leaves, etc.
Process Human Resource Information System data to HRIS team and maintain as necessary.
Routinely audit employment law postings for accuracy and adherence to established guidelines and applicable federal and state laws. Conducts investigations as assigned.
Monitors and maintains EEOC/Affirmative Action Plan and other legal records, reports and logs to conform to EEO regulations.
Conduct periodic audits and report audit findings and make recommendations for correction of unsatisfactory conditions, or improvements related to compliance.
Manage site’s EEO/Affirmative Action Policy and maintains necessary records and reports.
Act as the on-site communications conduit for all corporate internal communications. Print and post all required communications, posters, etc., and facilitate the distribution, as required.
Provide assistance, coordination and support to the Human Resources department as requested. Perform other duties as assigned.