HR Generalist

RoyOMartin•Oakdale, LA

17h

About The Position

At RoyOMartin, people are our number-one asset. We are committed to keeping them safe and supporting them as they learn and grow. There’s just something unique about being in the people business: Our leaders are involved in daily operations and nurture personal relationships; our employees stick with us for the long term and appreciate our top-notch benefits, and we believe that everyone has the capacity to succeed. With superior product quality and outstanding customer service at the heart of our more than 1,200-person operation, RoyOMartin is proud to serve America’s building industry. Through our Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certification, customers can be assured that we responsibly source our raw materials from regional forests to produce “Made in the U.S.A.” oriented strand board (OSB), plywood, timbers, and boards in safety-award-winning manufacturing environments. RoyOMartin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field
2–5 years of experience in an equivalent role
Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Ethical, approachable, and empathetic
Receptive, collaborative, and organized
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when necessary
Thorough, organized, and detail-oriented
High ego-strength, emotional intelligence, and ego-resiliency
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Advanced interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to present complex information
Strong analytical, active listening, and critical thinking skills
Technologically savvy and creative

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the first point of contact for supervisors and team members regarding HR-related questions and concerns
Manage, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborate with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings
Coordinate and facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding processes and paperwork
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, wage and hour laws, and applicable employment laws
Assist with audits, reporting, and compliance tracking
Maintain and update employee data and documentation in HRIS systems
Coordinate employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and company events
Help drive a positive workplace culture aligned with company values
Create standard operating procedures for human resources and payroll-related functions
Conduct focus group meetings and employee surveys
Administer FMLA and work with health services to manage FMLA cases
Support accurate and timely processing of payroll
Review and audit timekeeping records for accuracy
Partner with supervisors to correct missed punches, timecard errors, and pay discrepancies in a timely manner
Process employee changes impacting pay ensuring proper approvals and documentation
Respond to employee payroll-related questions and concerns professionally and promptly
Maintain accurate records related to payroll deductions in alignment with company policy