HR Generalist/Payroll Specialist

Alamo Group•Winn, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Morbark LLC in Winn, Michigan is seeking a senior-level HR Generalist. Under general direction, the HR Generalist implements human resources programs, policies, and procedures for manufacturing operations in compliance with corporate guidelines and applicable federal and state regulations. The role leads initiatives to attract, recruit, motivate, and retain employees, including fostering employee engagement in support of company strategic goals, and serves as an advocate for positive employee relations. The position partners with the HR Manager and handles a broad range of HR and payroll-related work, including employee relations, performance management, recruiting, compensation and job analysis, onboarding, HR/payroll system updates, workers’ compensation, and leave administration. The role may also assist with or coordinate safety and environmental program responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Five or more years of Human Resources experience at the exempt level.
Knowledge of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources.
Knowledge of payroll and HRIS systems.
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and agency rules related to employee and labor relations, workers’ compensation, OSHA, FMLA, AAP, OFCCP, U.S. immigration regulations, and other HR programs.
Knowledge of U.S. labor laws associated with the NLRB and EEOC, and ability to support a non-organized manufacturing work environment through positive employee relations practices.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse work groups at all organizational levels.
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work while adapting to shifting priorities.
Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work extended hours as needed to complete assignments.
Ability to demonstrate and model Alamo Group’s core competencies: leading change/change management, leading people/teamwork, communication, business acumen, and results-driven process management.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of experience in a manufacturing operation.
Experience with the ADP system.
SHRM-CP or PHR certification.

Responsibilities

Ensure employee programs and procedures comply with Alamo Group, local, state, and federal requirements.
Serve as a human resources business partner to the HR Manager to support consistent and appropriate application of company policies and procedures.
Advise on performance management, coaching, conflict resolution, disciplinary action, and terminations, including strategies to promote productive employee relations.
Perform job analyses; write and update job descriptions; participate in local salary surveys; and set and administer local pay plans.
Source and recruit candidates for vacant positions, manage screening and interviewing, coordinate interviews for hiring supervisors and managers, and ensure processes comply with the affirmative action plan and OFCCP regulations.
Generate job offer letters, initiate pre-employment background checks and drug screens, and process new-hire paperwork in a timely manner.
Bring on new hires quickly.
Enter employee changes—including salary increases, garnishments, insurance deductions, address changes, transfers, and terminations—into the HR, payroll, and time-and-attendance ADP system.
Coordinate workers’ compensation and leave-of-absence policies, including STD, LTD, military leave, and FMLA.
Assist with or coordinate safety and environmental program responsibilities as required.