HR Generalist

SanMar- External • Ashland, VA

17d • $73,356 - $86,925 • Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting the responsibilities and objectives of the Distribution Center's HR department. The HR Generalist performs duties at a professional level in some or all of the following functional areas: employee relations, training, benefits, recruiting, compliance, and performance management. They advise employees, supervisors and managers on human resources issues. The position forms partnerships across the HR department to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree equivalent in Human Resources, Business, or Organization Development or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of progressive leadership experience in Human Resources.
• Experience in the administration of benefits, leave of absences, and compensation programs and other Human Resources programs.
• Specialized training in employment law, benefits, leaves administration, compensation, employee relations, training
• General knowledge of employment laws and practices.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.
• Attention to detail, organizational, analytic, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to maintain high level of confidentiality.
• Responsive to staff needs, including professionalism, respect and consideration of others.
• Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to quickly adapt to change in the work environment.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Strong conflict management skills.
• Takes personal responsibility for own actions, keeping commitments and asking for and offering help when needed.
• Perform highly responsible and complex work independently and accomplish with minimal instruction or in accordance with established procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR)-HRCI preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct employee relations counseling and investigations.
• Conduct employee development and training.
• Assist with company-wide committee facilitation and employee communication.
• Administer Leaves of Absence, Workers Compensation and OSHA 300/301.
• Administer payroll for employees on LOA or WC.
• Responsible for timely and accurate data in Leave Source System.
• Assist in implementation of human resource policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and State regulatory requirements and reporting.
• May support employee safety, wellness and health programs.
• Participate in developing HR goals, objectives and processes.
• Act as a back up to the Human Resources Manager as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle
• Life insurance
• Short/long-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

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