Human Resources Generalist (Plant)

Summit Polymers, Inc.•Kalamazoo, MI

About The Position

The Human Resource Generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with management and the HR team. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: training, reporting, recruiting, employee relations, onboarding, and policy implementation.

Requirements

Minimum score of 50 on the Wonderlic Select Assessment (Traditional Score of 20 on the cognitive portion).
Successful completion of any/all required pre-employment screening/testing procedures

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two or more years of Human Resources Generalist experience
Bachelor’s degree (Human Resources, BBA, or related field)
Master’s Degree (related field)
SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification
Work experience in automotive or manufacturing industry
Leadership Competencies: Drive for Results, Process Management, Building Effective Teams
Positive Leadership / Culture: Gratitude & Appreciation, Dignity & Respect, Support & Compassion, Caring & Concern, Meaningfulness & Purpose, Inspiration & Positive Energy, Forgiveness & Understanding, Trust & Integrity

Responsibilities

Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
Maintains employment records on all hourly employees, (i.e., personnel files and training records) and ensures that all information is kept confidential and secure.
Gather, prepare, and present monthly reporting on headcount, training completion, safety measures, etc.
Provides administrative support to the Plant HR Manager
Audits, verifies, and adjusts time and attendance records for plant hourly and salary employees as needed.
Creates advertising and marketing materials using company brand standards.
Assist with hourly recruiting.
Assist Plant HR Manager with employee engagement events to include luncheons, United Way, benefit enrollment, etc.
Serve as a resource to employees regarding HR related policies and procedures.
Special projects and assignments as needed.
Responsible for maintaining proper HRIS system updates (WFM): New hires, terminations, promotions, demotions, transfers, address/dependent changes, benefit election, etc.
Responsible for proper utilization of HRIS system platforms: Recruiting, On-Boarding, Performance, Talent, Learning (Plant).
Responsible for driving positive employee relations / engagement programs for US-Plant location.
Other managerial duties as assigned.