HR Generalist 1

Lozier Corporation • Middlebury, IN

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources (HR) Generalist I will support the HR department by performing a variety of tasks to ensure the efficient operation of HR processes. This role involves assisting with recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and other HR functions. The HR Generalist I will work closely with employees and management to provide administrative support, address HR-related inquiries, and contribute to a positive workplace environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in human resources, organizational development, business management or another related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 1 years of experience in human resources, if degreed.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in human resources, if non-degreed.
• Basic PC skills (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Preliminary knowledge of federal and state employment laws and human resource regulations.
• Fundamental communication skills with ability to present clear and concise presentations.
• Primary organizational skills, ability to balance multiple priorities, and make timely decisions.
• Foundational success at influencing and coaching employees and leaderships teams.
• Ability to work with and build relationships individuals at all levels within the organization.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to walk around for extended periods in a manufacturing environment, which includes stairs.
• Successful completion of pre-hire drug screen and post offer background screen is required to obtain employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a unionized, manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish.
• HR Certification.
• Experience in a human resource information system (HRIS).
• Certified First Responder.

Responsibilities

• Champion Lozier’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values by demonstrating the behaviors that contribute to Lozier’s success.
• Encourage and maintain proper confidentiality of employee information.
• Support workforce planning, talent management, and succession planning.
• Aid cross functional teams for recruitment and community initiatives.
• Assist in completion of I-9 and e-verification process.
• Facilitate change management related to implementation of organizational solutions.
• Connect with managers on employee development, performance improvement, and disciplinary actions.
• May participate in unemployment claims and hearing process.
• Respond to inquiries, help with contract interpretations, and help to resolve work-related problems.
• Assist with new hire orientations, benefit orientations and other presentations.
• Support education assistance and tuition reimbursement plans.
• Facilitate in employee referral, recognition, and retirement programs.
• Responsible for HR reporting and quarterly newsletter.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Update and foster compliance with HR policies, procedures, strategies, and initiatives.
• Assess and recommend new approaches to continually improve efficiency of HR functions.
• Identify training needs, coordinate employee development programs, and facilitate training sessions.
• Contribute to HR projects aimed at improving processes and employee engagement.
• Demonstrate regular attendance and timeliness in reporting to work, meetings, and completing assignments.
• Ability to work and interact well with others.
• Assist with benefit programs including open enrollment, wellness, leave, workers’ compensation, etc.
• Support and contribute to benefits and wellness programs and initiatives.
• Support initiatives to improve the employee experience, improve employee turnover and retention.
• Facilitate employee development, performance management, progressive discipline, and internal investigation(s).
• Prepare recommendations and documentation regarding appropriate disciplinary action(s).
• Assist with the performance evaluation process.
• Respond to employee concerns and complaints and conduct internal investigation(s).
• Aid recruitment efforts including screening, pre-employment evaluations, job fairs, and recommendations.
• Support efforts to identify, develop and maintain key community relationships supporting workforce plan pipelines.
• Track and report temporary agency staffing for the plant.
• Assist with intern program to include recruiting, on-boarding and facilitation of intern activities/events.
• Develop and adjust staffing strategies to meet the changing business needs.
• Provide training, direction and support for coaching, disciplinary actions, and employee development opportunities.
• Collaborate to identify, develop and maintain key relationships in the community to support workforce objectives.
• Support safety by practicing safe behaviors, stopping unsafe action(s), and timely responding to safety concerns.
• Support other HR functions and teams as needed.
• Create and update work instructions as designated in master chart.
• Assists legal counsel with employee H1B transfer and green card applications.
• Assists with organizational projects, community affairs, etc.

Benefits

• Company bonus potential
• PTO (Paid Time Off) plus paid holidays.
• Competitive benefits package (Eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits on the first day of employment).
• Onsite Health Clinic.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Career Development Programs.
• Casual dress.
• Relocation benefits available, (as applicable).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level