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Plant HR Generalist

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Wayne

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 2-3 years of HR experience, PHR/SHRM-CP certification, and ability to work onsite in a manufacturing environment.
  • You will manage employee relations, talent management, compliance, and labor relations, while fostering engagement and supporting health and safety initiatives in a rotating shift schedule.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Organizational Development, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience required.
  • Minimum 2-3 years of relevant HR and labor work experience with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
  • PHR or SHRM-CP certification
  • This role requires onsite presence at the manufacturing plant to fulfill job responsibilities.
  • Involves occasional (defined as one-third or less of the time) lifting of no more than 10 pounds at a time.
  • Work is performed primarily in a seated position and entails no significant stooping, climbing, etc.
  • Role does require time walking and standing on plant manufacturing floor at least 20% of the time.
  • Many sedentary jobs require good use of the hands and fingers for repetitive hand-finger actions.
  • Working conditions occur within low to moderate noise levels related to the use of standard office or classroom equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Employee Relations and Business Partnership
  • Business Acumen: Leverages knowledge of the business to develop rapport and relationships within their customer group (ie: Team Managers) to identify solutions that support the achievement of business objectives.
  • Talent Management: Assists customer group with the execution of talent management responsibilities, including performance management, talent development, succession planning, PDC activities, compensation planning, recruitment, and other personnel actions. Conducts new hire onboarding and orientation activities.
  • HR Service Delivery: Supports the execution of Labor COE and HRBO designed products and services within their customer group to positively impact both the hourly and salaried employee life cycles.
  • Employee Engagement: Fosters a positive and inclusive hourly and salary employee experience through proactive initiatives based on feedback through employee opinion surveys, suggestions, and open-door policies and DEI initiatives, to boost engagement and address areas for improvement. Participates in employee recognition events, planning, etc. Conducts daily floor walks in designated customer area to build positive relationships with employees and ensure HR availability.
  • Lean Methodology: Collaborates with internal departments, external vendors, auditors, and consultants to make decisions, problem solve and drive effective change management programs.
  • Employee Communication: Partners with local communications staff to implement and execute relevant communications to foster an informed employee population and 2-way communication across all shifts.
  • Compliance: Ensures compliance with employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
  • Community Engagement: Supports interactions with local governmental agencies and participates in charitable activities to support the plant's community engagement efforts.
  • Data Storytelling: Understands the organization's structure and composition. Monitors key workforce metrics to identify potential risks and recommends mitigating actions.
  • Labor Relations
  • Union Relations: Assists in resolving union issues such as conflicts, disputes, and disciplinary matters, ensuring fairness and consistency in a timely manner. Participates in collective bargaining process and negotiations where support is needed. Ensures rep comp is completed accurately and timely within the constraints of the contractual agreement.
  • Case Management: Manages assigned cases and grievances within their customer group. Monitors volume for workload and emerging trends. Responds to ethics and compliance hotline as necessary.
  • Payroll, Time and Attendance: Supports payroll and attendance tracking processes including attendance hearings, issuing 10-day quit letters, updating system codes, vacation usage, and running necessary reports. Applies knowledge of leaves of absences policies, rules and regulations including the Family and Medical Leave Act and its interaction with worker’s compensation and Americans with Disabilities Act to administer and track in relevant HRIS systems.
  • Contract Interpretation: Collaborates with customer group and relevant union representatives to ensure correct implementation and accurate interpretation of the contract terms, addressing inquiries and grievances for consistent application. Resolves employee union issues, such as conflicts, disputes, and disciplinary matters, ensuring fairness, consistency, and timeliness.
  • Investigations: Conducts investigations within their assigned customer group, ensuring that all disciplinary issues, grievances, and arbitration matters are handled in a timely and effective manner. Assesses the severity of each case and escalates significant concerns to the Manager, HR Generalist as required. Escalates all types of discrimination charges and complaints in partnership with legal counsel. Leverages conflict resolution and critical thinking skills to conduct investigations.
  • Manpower Administration: Assists with the talent management process for hourly employees within their customer group including: TFT /TPT placement and tracking, support skill trades hiring / apprenticeship program administration, outside contracting, internal and external hourly hiring processes, reskilling, transferring, retirement separation packages, tracking and processing, team leader 30/60/90-day review processes, and manpower reporting.
  • Health and Safety: Collaborates with safety and occupational health leads to address employee health and wellness concerns, support safety audits, and wellness programs.
  • Must be able to work a rotating schedule:
  • Shift A - Monday - Thursday 5:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Shift B - Tuesday - Friday - 5:00 pm - 3:30 am
  • Shift C - Friday - Saturday 5:00 am - 3:30 pm, Sunday - Monday 5:00 pm - 3:30 am

FAQs

Is the Plant HR Generalist position remote or on-site?

The Plant HR Generalist position requires on-site presence at the manufacturing plant.

What educational background is required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Organizational Development, or a related discipline is required, along with 2-3 years of relevant HR experience.

Is prior experience in manufacturing HR necessary?

While not absolutely required, prior experience in HR within a manufacturing setting is preferred.

Are there opportunities for career development within this role?

Yes, the position supports talent management responsibilities, including performance management and talent development, allowing for career growth.

What certifications are considered beneficial for this role?

PHR or SHRM-CP certification is considered beneficial but not mandatory.

Does the job involve working with labor relations?

Yes, the role involves assisting with labor relations, including resolving union issues and participating in collective bargaining processes.

What skills are essential for the Plant HR Generalist position?

Essential skills include business acumen, conflict resolution, employee and labor relations, interpersonal communication, and critical thinking, among others.

What is the typical working environment for this job?

The working environment includes standard office conditions and the manufacturing floor, often in low to moderate noise levels.

Are there any physical requirements for this position?

The role involves occasional lifting of no more than 10 pounds and requires walking and standing on the manufacturing floor at least 20% of the time.

Will I be involved in community outreach initiatives?

Yes, the role includes participating in community outreach initiatives and supporting charitable activities.

What benefits are offered to employees in this role?

Benefits include medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage, paid parental leave, tuition assistance, and a vehicle discount program, among others.

Are there any specific working hours or shifts for this job?

Yes, the position requires working a rotating schedule, with shifts that vary from Monday through Sunday.

Is visa sponsorship available for this role?

No, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

What is the focus of the employee engagement efforts in this role?

The focus is on fostering a positive employee experience through initiatives based on feedback from employee opinion surveys and participation in recognition events.

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