Specialist Human Resources

Hapag-Lloyd•Atlanta, GA

19d

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist develops and executes human resources practices to support and improve the daily operations of the supported business units. The position partners with HR functional teams and groups to provide a high level of service and deliver strategic business goals and HR initiatives. The role administers a broad range of HR programs, including employee and labor relations, benefits, compliance, health and safety, training and development, compensation, leave, disciplinary matters, disputes and investigations, performance and talent management, productivity, recognition, culture, and morale. It also supports payroll administration, organizes new-hire orientation, assists with performance evaluations, and supports engagement activities. The position includes preparing invoices for additional charges incurred on a shipment. The position is in the United States and requires eligibility to work in the United States and completion of the employment eligibility form required under federal law.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
Four to five years of experience in employee relations involving U.S. labor law and compliance.
At least three years of experience managing HRIS, building reports, and processing employee data.
Outgoing, empathetic, and patient, while practical.
Detail-oriented.
High level of communication skills.
Ability to work independently when needed.
Fundamental business acumen.
Excellent planning and execution skills.
Ability to take initiative in a constantly changing work environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suites.
Knowledge of local (Georgia) and federal labor laws.
Eligibility to work in the United States and completion of the employment eligibility form required under federal law.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing 200 or more FTEs.
PHR, SPHR, or SHRM-CP certification.

Responsibilities

Administer HR activities, including employee and labor relations, benefits, compliance, health and safety, and training and development.
Create, update, and apply HR policies and company guidelines, ensuring they adhere to standards and laws established by authorities.
Manage, track, and document compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments, including safety and anti-harassment training.
Support Payroll by ensuring necessary administrative tasks are completed and resolved in the payroll system, and liaise with department managers to ensure timecards are approved in a timely manner.
Administer and execute HR programs, including compensation, benefits, leave, disciplinary matters, disputes and investigations, performance and talent management, productivity, recognition, culture and morale, occupational health and safety, and training and development.
Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, team members, and supervisors, referring complex or sensitive matters to appropriate staff.
Attend, participate in, and deliver team member disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
Organize and conduct new-hire orientation to introduce new team members to Hapag-Lloyd’s vision, values, and practices.
Assist with constructive and timely performance evaluations.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and recommended best practices; review policies and practices to maintain compliance.
Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
Perform general HR-related tasks as needed.
Prepare invoices for additional charges that may have been incurred on a shipment.
Support engagement activities across the organization.