Sr. HR Generalist

Sonoco • Newport, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. While reporting to the Associate Director, Human Resources - IPP, the Sr.HR Generalist is responsible for handling employee relations activities at designated branch plant locations as assigned. Responsibilities include; the understanding and application of Federal, State laws, such as, EEOC, FMLA, ADA, HIPPA, COBRA, NLRB, etc., and other legal requirements to protect the company against litigation and to maintain non-union status where applicable. Conducts surveys on employee morale, local wages/benefits, employment issues and develops reports and recommendations to management regarding these items. Ensure positive employee experience & employee engagement activities. This role is an active member of the management team and should be collaborative with all areas of operations; participates in daily operations meetings and Sonoco continuous improvement team. This role will be onsite and be required to flex hours to be available for multiple shifts. Works with management to communicate, train, coach and assist employees in an effort to maintain effective employee morale. May assist with local hourly recruiting activities including diversity hiring, employee tracking and interviewing, but works collaborative with dedicated talent acquisition team members. Will advise and participate in employee and management counseling regarding company policies, procedures, legal requirements, employee performance, discipline, benefits, restructuring, etc. This position will be supporting our entire Newport complex which has paper mill and converting operations. Additionally, there is another facility in Newport and one in Low Moore, VA this person will support. This is an onsite position with relocation benefits available for candidates who are eligible under the company policy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business with a concentration in Human Resources.
• 3+ years of experience working in Human Resources within a manufacturing environment required.

Nice To Haves

• SHRM CP or SCP Certification or HRCI SPHR OR PHR Certification - Preferred

Responsibilities

• Plant culture, company values and Diversity, Equality and Inclusion initiatives.
• Long term HR goals and metrics for HR in the plant
• Partnership on process and policy improvement programs
• Talent review and performance management processes to sustain a culture of accountability, succession planning and employee development
• Partners with onsite Training Coordinator for onboarding, progression and training programs
• Supporting development planning for all plant personnel in coordination with operations and training coordinator
• Employee recognition programs
• Community relations programs
• Back up for payroll and incentive programs
• Finds resolution for employee concerns
• Plant compliance with Sonoco HR policy

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees