HR Generalist

MILSCO LLC•Summit Township, MI

69d•Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Generalist will be responsible for a wide range of HR functions within a manufacturing environment. This includes employee onboarding, training coordination, HR metrics reporting, conflict mediation, grievance processes, and supporting a positive work culture. The role also involves implementing and enforcing safety policies, conducting investigations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and managing relationships with vendors and external providers. A key aspect of this role is working with the local UAW on contract adherence and company goals.

Requirements

2-5 years of HR experience within a manufacturing environment required
Strong communication skills, and the ability to build trusting relationships.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
Work strongly on a team, both as a team player and leader.
Proficiency in HRIS software for efficient data management and reporting.
Strong decision making skills, and the ability to make sound judgements that align with both the UAW contract and Company goals.
Ability to be objective and fair in order to make unbiased decisions for the good of the Company and the Employees
Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
Understanding of OSHA guidelines and safety regulations.
Understanding of privacy laws and regulations regarding employee information and documentation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field preferred. Equivalent education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Conduct employee onboarding for all levels (temporary contract employees, UAW, Salary, etc.), including training and development coordination with supervisors and managers.
Gather and analyze data with HR Metrics; creating and presenting data through regular reporting and/or presentations.
Mediate conflicts, handle grievance processes, and work with local UAW on solutions that fall within the UAW contract, as well as the company goals and procedures.
Support improvement plans to work towards a positive work culture.
Conduct training sessions and employee engagement events throughout each calendar year.
Implement and enforce safety policies and trainings; conduct investigations using processes like 5 why and fishbone analyses; suggest solutions and corrective actions surrounding workplace findings, incidents, and/or injuries.
Ensure OSHA, EEOC, and state health and safety regulations and compliance are upheld.
Conduct risk assessment and audits throughout plant and production, including participating in safety committee working with local UAW, management, and supervisors to improve safety culture.
Work with department heads to create, keep up to date, and uphold LOTO and forklift operation policies and practices—including coordination of training and distribution of appropriate documentation.
Communicate and work with vendors, Occupational Health providers, insurance coordinators, etc as issues/events arise.