Generalist/Manufacturing, Human Resources

LASSONDE PAPPAS AND CO INC•Upper Deerfield Township, NJ

8d•$71,962 - $107,942•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting the HR Team to maximize human resources functions in a high-speed consumer product goods, unionized manufacturing environment. This team member provides HR expertise regarding payroll, time and attendance, recruitment, leaves of absence and FMLA, record keeping, communication, project management, safety, labor relations and affirmative action. This role reports to the location HR Manager and is based on-site in our Seabrook, NJ location.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in HR or related curriculum; minimum one year of Human Resources experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possess functional human resources skills and experiences, including recruitment and working knowledge of software applications (MS Office, Human Resources Information Systems, etc.).
Working knowledge of HR laws and policies, including employment law, disability, and benefits programs.
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Must have excellent time management skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience supporting a unionized environment
Experience in the food/beverage industry
Experience in report writing
PHR Certification or completion of PHR preparatory course
Familiarity with UKG and ADP a plus.

Responsibilities

Provides support to the HR team in conducting recruitment efforts for the corporate office; handling advertising, sourcing, applicant evaluation, and interviewing.
Conducts new hire orientations and maintains compliance with regulations related to employment.
Handles administrative paperwork associated with the onboarding of new employees.
Conducts onboarding process for all new employees in a corporate office.
Responsible for applicant tracking and coordinating the annual compilation of AAP for all locations.
Maintains employee files.
Supports all aspects of payroll and time & and attendance.
Provides administrative HR support including legal research, clarifying policies and procedures, and assistance in getting issues and questions resolved.
Be a problem solver, who determines the root cause of employee concerns, so they are resolved for the long term.
Works with the Director of Talent Management to develop job descriptions for all positions.
Coordinates and handles all transactional activities associated with the day-to-day activities of Human Resources.
Represents the company for unemployment claims and hearings.
Participate in project teams/initiatives as required.
Coordinates various human resources plans for client groups/plants; assists in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
Handles transactional activities associated with the day-to-day activities of Human Resources. This includes but is not limited to payroll change requests, employee life changes, responding to manager requests for HR-related information, and HR mailings.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.