Human Resources Generalist

Techo-Bloc•Fort Wayne, IN

7h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Human Resources Generalist at Techo-Bloc, you will assist with developing and implementing HR strategies, employee relations, engagement initiatives, and benefits administration. The role supports employees and managers, maintains HR records and systems, helps ensure compliance with employment laws and company procedures, and coordinates onboarding, performance reviews, recruiting activities, and employee events. This is an onsite position in Waterloo, Indiana. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Relocation assistance is available. The role administers employee benefit plans and supports enrollment and leave management. It also works with Operations, Trucking, and Sales to maintain employee documentation processes and communicates company policies, procedures, and values. The employee may occasionally move items weighing up to 25 pounds and move throughout the facility.

Requirements

At least 1 year of human resources generalist experience.
In-depth knowledge of employment laws and legislative requirements.
Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and influence.
Energetic and positive personality.
Entrepreneurial, innovative, and out-of-the-box thinking.
Ability to prioritize multiple functions and manage time efficiently.
A hands-on, implementation-focused approach and an emphasis on achieving results.
Proficiency with HCM systems.
Action-oriented approach, strong work ethic, and desire to achieve excellence.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
SHRM-CP or PHR certification.

Responsibilities

Ensure employee relations programs are active and support employee engagement.
Attend and participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
Respond to employment-related inquiries, referring complex or sensitive matters to appropriate staff.
Maintain an approachable presence and an open-door policy for employee concerns and suggestions.
Ensure 90-day reviews are completed and assist with year-end performance reviews.
Plan and coordinate new employee onboarding, including equipment, reception, orientation, and tours.
Maintain accurate HRIS records and employee files in compliance with laws and company procedures.
Assist with maintaining OSHA, DOT, and other compliance-related HR files.
Run reports from multiple data sources.
Maintain accurate HRIS information related to pay policies and shift differentials.
Assist with recruiting as needed, including posting roles, conducting phone screens, scheduling interviews, and extending offers.
Keep business leadership informed of employee concerns and issues and drive resolutions.
Communicate and demonstrate the company’s vision, mission, and values.
Help coordinate employee recognition events, such as barbecues and holiday parties.
Promote the Techo-Bloc brand through employee outreach, initiatives, social media, and communication boards.
Communicate company policies and procedures to employees and managers and help update and maintain policies.
Work with Operations, Trucking, and Sales to ensure employee documentation processes follow company policies and US laws.
Maintain compliance with employment laws and regulations and review policies and practices to support compliance.
Administer employee benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, HSA, and 401(k) plans.
Assist employees with benefit enrollment during open enrollment, new-hire enrollment, and qualified life-event changes.
Host annual open-enrollment meetings for employees within the assigned area of responsibility.
Answer employee questions about benefit plans throughout the year.
Manage FMLA, personal, and disability leaves.