HR Generalist and Recruiter

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions•Roanoke, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Ergon Inc. is seeking an HR Generalist and Recruiter to join their team in Roanoke, VA. This role is crucial for the HR Department, focusing on talent recruitment and retention through employee engagement. The position will support the HR team and department leaders by assisting employees and leading recruitment and onboarding efforts for the East Region.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field, or commensurate experience.
PHR or SHRM-CP Certification strongly preferred.
Prior experience working with third party vendors.
Well-versed in social media engagement to generate candidates and promote company.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in HR competencies, particularly recruitment and employee engagement.
Able to stand, sit, stoop, bend or climb as necessary.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
Possess or be able to obtain a valid TWIC card.
Possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.
Able and willing to travel on a regular basis to Company terminals, conferences, trainings and so forth.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US and have a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in effective two-way communication with internal and external customers (oral, written, presentation).
Exceptional listening and empathy skills to engage closely with employees at all levels.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability prioritize tasks with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Must work with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality at all times.
A strong continuous improvement mindset; with a desire to maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes and new technologies in human resources, talent management and employment law.
Solid proficiency in the use of computers and office software (Microsoft Suite of Programs).

Responsibilities

Process employee data changes utilizing HR Ticketing System to ensure employee data in SAP is accurate
Conduct new hire orientations and onboarding of new employees
Assist facility managers and employees with HR issues
Conduct exit interviews of team members departing the company
Process off-boarding of employees via HR Ticketing System
Support and help coordinate rollout of company training and leadership development programs
Reinforce company culture, strategy and safety focus through engagement and training
Travel to facilities for Open Enrollment, Recruiting Events, Annual Compliance Training, etc.
Serve as primary recruiter for all positions across the East Region
Build strong relationships with professional recruiting partners
Develop strategies and sourcing for recruiting the best candidates including networking, pipeline building, college and trade schools, job boards, etc.
Partner with regional managers to forecast hiring needs each year
Work closely with NE and SE Generalist/Recruiters to ensure roles are posted and recruited timely
Work closely with facility, transport and lab managers to determine hiring needs
Maintain Applicant Pro Recruiting Module and disposition candidates appropriately
Conduct telephonic, virtual and/or in-person interviews of candidates, as needed
Guide hiring managers in selection decisions
Assist managers with reference checks when needed
Coordinate new hires, data changes and terminations utilizing HR Ticketing System
Serve as primary recruiter for all minority and veteran hiring
Coordinate Veteran V3 Program and ensure compliance
Proactively seek out, engage with and track all minority recruiting resources
Conduct military job fairs virtually and on-site across the company
Represent company at EEO and AAP veteran recruitment functions