Human Resources Generalist

ZEON Chemicals Inc•Louisville, KY

About The Position

Partner with Human Resources team to lead HR practices and objectives that support a high-performance, employee-oriented culture with emphasis on recruiting and developing a best-in-class workforce. Manage the plant human resources functions necessary to fulfill the Plant’s goals and objectives. Maintain compliance with federal and state laws, along with company policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field or, in lieu of degree, 10 years of progressive HR experience, is required.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations, performance management, and HR operations.
Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws and HR best practices.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms.
Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and time management skills; ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities.
Proven ability to foster relationships between management and staff.

Nice To Haves

SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead efforts to attract, onboard, and retain qualified talent to ensure all current and future staffing needs are met
Facilitate open communication and effective issue resolution across all areas of the plant
Manage pre-employment requirement and onboarding initiatives, including training coordination, documentation management, and scheduling with hiring managers
Support and develop an employee-centric company culture that emphasizes quality, continuous improvement and high performance that enables Zeon to be one of the Best Places to Work
Work with corporate HR to develop and administer HR policies and procedures for all Plant personnel
Collaborate with corporate HR to design and implement training materials and programs tailored to plant operations and workforce needs
Manage pay-for-performance program through administration of established performance system. Coach and educate managers to provide meaningful feedback through the performance appraisal process
Provide guidance to employees regarding professional development opportunities
Support development and administration of plant compensation and benefits programs in coordination with corporate HR to maintain competitiveness in the local labor market including plant compensation reviews to maintain competitiveness in the local labor market
Ensure adherence to HR compliance standards by supporting the Integrated Management System (ISO 9001/14001/45001) and fulfilling all JSOX requirements related to personnel changes, including participation in audits as necessary
Maintain and administer the job description database, ensuring timely updates, accurate documentation, and effective organization
Act as the primary contact for employees on plant level compensation and ensuring alignment with local labor market competitiveness
Foster employee involvement through participative management techniques, recognition programs, committees, and projects and serve as an advisor to teams as necessary
Partner with site leadership to implement engagement initiatives, recognition events, and other culture-building activities.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices to ensure compliance and support continuous improvement in plant-level HR operations
Continually seek ways to improve performance of the plant's operation and ensure that customers', both internal and external, needs are met
Perform other assignments as deemed necessary by the HR Manager and Plant Manager. (These duties will be deemed essential or marginal based on content.)
Promote positive dispute resolution and ensure collaboration with unions
ADP change process approver
One Call Now process owner
Co-Op program (recruiting, engagement, and support)
Monthly HR Communications (PowerPoint, KY Plant screens, ADP, Intranet, etc.)
Kentucky (Plant & Corp.) records retention and file management
HR vendor management
Coordinate onsite random drug tests