Human Resources Generalist

Pratt Industries•Carlisle, PA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt Industries is seeking a Human Resources Generalist for the North Central Converting Division, based in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. This is an in-office role supporting human resources operations, with the possibility of serving multiple locations and travel to other locations as needed. The Generalist serves as a primary contact for managers and employees on HR matters under the supervision of the Divisional HR Manager. The role covers the full employment process, employee relations, benefits administration, HR records and reporting, leave tracking, payroll support, and coordination with temporary staffing agencies. The position also participates in production, safety, and employee meetings and conference calls. The successful candidate will manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Benefits are stated to start on the first of the following month. The posting also mentions major growth opportunities, a monthly bonus, latitude to be creative in recruiting efforts, and a great company culture.

Requirements

Two to four years of experience as an HR Generalist or HR Manager.
Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resources Management or Business Management.
Manufacturing experience.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Knowledge and application of HR laws and regulations.
Ability to read and interpret financial statements, business periodicals, professional journals, operating and maintenance instructions, regulatory laws and manuals, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and communicate effectively with customers and company employees.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to travel to other locations as needed.
Strong recruiting skills, including experience with heavy-volume recruiting.
Strong time management, crisis management, employee relations, conflict resolution, and professional communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ADP.
Ability to be creative in recruiting efforts.

Responsibilities

Manage all phases of employment, including advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, placement, orientation, exit interviews, and unemployment compensation hearings.
Investigate hotline calls and employee complaints and seek timely, positive resolutions.
Administer employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, FMLA, vacation, and paid sick leave.
Serve as a primary HR contact for managers and employees under the supervision of the Divisional HR Manager.
Maintain HR reports and records required by state and federal laws.
Maintain and update personnel and I-9 files.
Compute, post, and maintain reports related to employee leave and absences.
Assist with processing biweekly payroll.
Assist in managing temporary agencies supplying labor to the plant and hold them accountable to Pratt Industries’ hiring criteria.
Comply with company policies and procedures.
Travel to other locations designated by the Divisional HR Manager as needed.
Participate in daily or weekly production meetings, safety meetings, employee meetings, and conference calls.
Manage multiple tasks, issues, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Lead effective and efficient meetings and manage multiple issues concurrently.
Use employee-relations skills to listen actively, appraise personnel, provide positive and corrective feedback, resolve conflicts, and apply motivational, coaching, and delegation techniques.
Demonstrate crisis-management skills and help lead personnel toward successful resolutions.