HR Generalist - South Point, United States - Intermountain Electronics

Description

Job Description
IE is a leading provider and manufacturer of custom engineered Process, Electrical Control and Power Distribution turn-key solutions to the Data Center, Industrial, Power/Utility, Oil & Gas, Mining industries in North America. Our products range from large scale one-off custom Power Distribution, Control and Process systems to standard off-the-shelf electronic/electro-mechanical components. Reporting directly to the HR Manager, we are currently seeking an HR Generalist to be based at our South Point, Oh facility.

Summary: The Human Resources Generalist located in our South Point facility, administers policies relating to all phases of human resources activity, assists with payroll processing, and HR compliance. This position is 100% in office.

Essential Functions. Other Duties May Be Assigned.

General Human Resource

• Remain current and up-to-date on legal and government reporting regulations to ensure human resource and payroll policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance.
• Maintain a working understanding of employment law, including FMLA, WARN, OSHA, FLSA, and other applicable state and federal laws.
• Track, manage, and assist in the development and maintenance of accurate job descriptions.
• Manage various HR metrics for internal information purposes.
• Organize and keep employee files up to date.
• Assist in tracking and managing HR data including new hires, terminated employees, etc.
• Maintain records of benefits plan participation.
• Advise supervisors and managers in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues.
• Respond to inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs.

New Hires and Orientation

• Plan and deliver new hire orientation, including the introduction to company policies, benefits, and cultural expectations.
• Act as a positive representative of the company for new hires by presenting an outgoing, friendly, and helpful first impression.
• Use the E-Verify system to report new hires.
• Track, manage, and appropriately file all onboarding-related documentation including but not limited to new hire check sheets, supervisor checklists, and benefits information.

Benefits Management

• Assist in the administration of benefits programs such as health, dental, life, EAP, and disability insurances; retirement; and PTO.
• Assist in benefits renewal cycles, ensuring proper enrollment, communication, and compliance.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits eligibility. Help problem-solve employee issues with benefits and serve as an advocate and liaison between employees and our Insurance broker.
• Assist in 401K Program administration by approving loans and withdrawals in accordance with plan policy.

Employee Issues and Terminations

• Serve as a trusted resource for employees, addressing concerns, resolving issues, and fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Investigate employee issues and complaints, following legal and IE best practices.
• Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.
• Completes final paycheck, termination of benefits, and COBRA notices.
• Responds to unemployment insurance requests.

Payroll

• Track employee time and vacation hours. Facilitate temporary employee's time sheet submittal.
• Maintain accurate employee timekeeping and PTO usage. Perform adjustments when needed.
• Assist with the management of bi-weekly time approval. Ensuring PTO is submitted, missing time is accounted for, and all approvals are completed as required by accounting or payroll process.
• Ensure payroll is completed on time and accurately. Review payroll data information to verify accuracy such as tax withholdings, payroll deductions, employee deductions, pay adjustments, etc.
• Retain and maintain accurate payroll records in compliance with applicable laws.
• Ensure files and payroll information are secure and confidential.
• Track and pay employee garnishments and court orders.
• Complete employment verification requests.

Other HR Related Duties

• Contributes to the development of the Human Resources strategic objectives and assists in the execution of the resulting plans and objectives.
• Provides input into the development of HR, systems, policies and programs in support of the organization's culture and overall strategic plan.
• Comply with ISO 9001 requirements.
• Regular and consistent job attendance.

Experience and Skills

• BA/BS degree preferred - Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development
• 5+ years of experience in a human resources related capacity
• Experience recruiting engineering as well as technical and skilled trades.
• Experience designing talent development programs
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems
• Available for travel 15% of the time (travel is typically in the local area, within 2-3 hrs drive for career fairs or other recruiting events)
• Excellent presentation and verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management, decision-making, organization, human relations, and negotiation skills
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment with shifting priorities and multiple deadlines (i.e. fill rates with start dates)

Job Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical and Dental Plans, FSA
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Vision, Life Insurance, STD & LTD Programs
• 401K