Human Resources Generalist

E2 Optics•Cedar Rapids, IA

18d

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist serves as the site leader for applying HR policies, practices, and programs, partnering with site leadership and managers on employee-related matters. The role supports employee engagement, onboarding, benefits, performance management, training and development, investigations, employee relations, leave administration, HR reporting, and compliance with applicable employment and labor laws. The position also promotes E2 Optics’ Core Values and people-centric culture, supports continuous improvement aligned with corporate goals, and travels as required by E2 Optics. The standard work environment includes an indoor business office and construction environment with usually moderate noise. The role involves frequent standing and walking, occasional stooping or kneeling, and regular lifting or moving of items up to 40 pounds. The employee must regularly carry and climb ladders up to 20 feet, may work in tight or confined spaces, and may need to operate scissor lifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and UTVs if required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Strong leadership, communication, influencing, and collaborative skills.
Exceptional problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
Practical understanding of general human resources policies and procedures.
Working knowledge of employment and labor laws.
Tactful, professional demeanor and ability to interact effectively with managers, employees, and internal and external parties.
Strong attention to detail and organizational, record-keeping, time-management, and follow-up skills.
Self-starter who takes action when issues, gaps, or opportunities are identified.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks amid changing priorities.
Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Self-motivated, proactive, effective team player with strong work ethics.
Strategic planning skills.
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and XMind.
Ability and willingness to travel as required.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly lifting or moving up to 40 pounds, frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds, and regularly carrying and climbing ladders up to 20 feet.
Ability to operate scissor lifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and UTVs if required, and to work in tight and confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Leadership, or a similar field preferred.
Seven or more years of progressively responsible human resources experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
PHR (Professional Human Resources) certification or equivalent preferred.
Three to five years of experience administering HR policies in an industrial or manufacturing setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow safe work practices and company and client worksite safety policies and procedures.
Promote company Core Values and foster a family-centric, people-centric, and conflict-free culture.
Serve as a site leader for the application of HR policies, practices, and programs; advise site leadership on policy and employee matters.
Work with managers on corrective action matters and assist with site transfer requests.
Conduct benefits meetings and presentations and participate in open enrollment events.
Conduct new-hire orientations and coordinate onboarding for designated sites.
Ensure completion of I-9 forms and other required documentation.
Promote employee engagement and retention.
Develop and implement training and development programs aligned with career paths, employee development goals, and business needs.
Respond to employee questions and issues related to HR.
Conduct investigations at designated sites in partnership with the HR Manager, including awareness, escalation, and final implementation.
Coach, mentor, and train site leaders to enhance employee performance management.
Work with site leadership to implement annual engagement plans and associated budgets.
Gather and analyze employment data to track and improve HR execution.
Train employees and managers on annual self-evaluations, peer reviews, performance reviews, and pay equity processes.
Support new-hire 30-, 60-, and 90-day performance feedback meetings.
Upload employee information and records to the HRIS in accordance with policies and employment and labor laws.
Resolve employee issues promptly, use motivational strategies, and organize team-building activities.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor regulations.
Use relationship management and consultation strategies effectively.
Drive site continuous-improvement activities aligned with corporate strategic goals.
Participate in site leadership meetings and provide HR updates and initiatives.
Provide requested reporting to site leadership, such as active company driver information.
Facilitate leave requests, administer related communications and paperwork, follow up with employees and managers, and maintain accurate tracking information.
Travel as required by E2 Optics.
Perform other job duties as assigned.