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HR Generalist/Payroll Specialist

Alamo Group Inc.•Fremont Township, MI

About The Position

Morbark LLC in Winn, Michigan is seeking a senior-level HR Generalist to implement human resources programs, policies, and procedures for manufacturing operations in accordance with corporate policies and applicable regulations. The role leads initiatives to attract, recruit, motivate, and retain employees and foster engagement in support of company strategic goals. The HR Generalist also advocates for professional, positive employee relations and partners with the HR Manager to ensure consistent application of company policies. The position covers employee relations, performance management, recruiting and hiring, job analysis and local pay plans, employee changes in HR/payroll/timekeeping systems, and coordination of workers’ compensation and leaves of absence. The role may also assist with or coordinate safety and environmental program responsibilities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • At least 5 years of exempt-level Human Resources experience.
  • Knowledge of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources.
  • Knowledge of payroll and HRIS systems.
  • Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and agency rules concerning employee and labor relations, workers’ compensation, OSHA, FMLA, AAP, OFCCP, U.S. immigration regulations, and other HR programs.
  • Knowledge of U.S. labor laws associated with the NLRB and EEOC, and demonstrated ability to support a non-organized manufacturing work environment through positive employee relations practices.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse work groups at all organizational levels.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work while adapting to shifting priorities.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to work extended hours as needed to complete assignments.
  • Demonstrated ability to exhibit and model Alamo Group’s core competencies: change management, teamwork and leadership, communication, business acumen, and results-driven process management.

Nice To Haves

  • At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing operation.
  • Experience with the ADP system.
  • SHRM-CP or PHR certification.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure employee programs and procedures comply with Alamo Group, local, state, and federal requirements.
  • Serve as a human resources business partner to the HR Manager to support consistent and appropriate application of company policies and procedures.
  • Advise on performance management, coaching, conflict resolution, disciplinary action, and terminations, including strategies to promote productive employee relations.
  • Perform job analysis, write and update job descriptions, participate in local salary surveys, and set and administer local pay plans.
  • Source and recruit candidates; manage screening and interviewing; coordinate interviews for hiring supervisors and managers; and ensure hiring processes comply with the company’s affirmative action plan and OFCCP regulations.
  • Generate offer letters, initiate pre-employment background checks and drug screens, and timely process new-hire paperwork.
  • Enter employee changes—including salary increases, garnishments, insurance deductions, address changes, transfers, and terminations—into the HR/payroll/time-and-attendance ADP system.
  • Coordinate workers’ compensation and leave-of-absence policies, including short-term disability, long-term disability, military leave, and FMLA.
  • May assist with or coordinate safety and environmental program responsibilities.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Profit sharing
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement

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