Human Resources Generalist

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing•Warren, MI

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Human Resources Generalist for its Warren, Michigan location. The role supports plant employees by addressing questions about benefits, payroll, and company policies; processing hourly payroll; maintaining the HRIS database and employee files; and handling a broad range of recruiting and human resources activities. The position requires accuracy, judgment, discretion, and open communication with employees across shifts. The Human Resources Generalist manages plant recruiting, employee relations and problem resolution, payroll and personnel changes, benefits support, onboarding, employee evaluations, personnel reporting, uniforms, company events, and personal protective equipment administration. The role also performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
At least 1 year of working HR experience.
Familiarity with Workday or relevant ATS/HRIS software.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement an effective plant recruiting strategy; collaborate with department managers to identify hiring needs; attract candidates through sources such as social media and employee referrals; and screen, interview, and assess candidates.
Maintain open dialogue with employees across all shifts and resolve questions or concerns using a detailed process that includes listening, defining the issue, finding an answer, responding to appropriate parties, and documenting results.
Receive, verify, record, and process payroll and approved Personnel Change Notifications, including changes in status, pay rate, shift, and vacation requests; maintain accurate records for SOX compliance.
Assist employees with insurance questions and claims processing through the Benefits Service Center; participate in the annual rollout of insurance benefits; and assist employees with dependent, spouse, or student certification audits.
Answer telephone calls and respond to employment verification and reference or credit information requests, employee questions and problems, and employee-related bulletin board postings.
Conduct new-hire orientation and maintain probationary employee records, including checklists and initial 30-, 60-, and 90-day evaluation forms.
Prepare and coordinate hourly employee evaluations, including researching, recording, and forwarding wage increases.
Prepare and maintain personnel reports related to manning, training, and attendance.
Process weekly transactions for the plant uniform program and respond to employee questions and concerns while communicating with uniform company representatives.
Plan and coordinate company functions, including employee appreciation events and charitable tasks.
Administer personal protective equipment, the employee reimbursement program, and ordering of related items.
Maintain open communication with plant employees about benefits, payroll, and company policies; process hourly payroll using the timekeeping system and payroll software; and maintain the HRIS database and employee files.
Perform other duties as assigned.