
Human Resources Generalist
- Nashville, TN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assist with development and oversight of implementation of personnel policies and procedures
- Interprets and applies established HR policies ensuring compliance with Federal and State employment laws
- Coach, counsel and assist supervisors and staff regarding issues and concerns
- Assist in conducting investigations and ensure timely and responsible resolution
- Assist in maintaining and promoting a safe and healthy environment for employees
- Ensure HR processes and procedures are consistently administered
- Maintain HR database ensuring the accuracy of data and compiling of HR reports
- Prepare government reports as required
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reports
- Keep abreast of employment law and current legislation in relation to HR
- Represent the company for all unemployment hearings/claims
- Manage the recruitment efforts including: reviewing job descriptions, placing job postings on applicable recruitment platforms, participate in interviews, evaluate applicant skills, and making recommendations regarding applicant's qualifications and skills
- Develop and maintain relationships with universities and other recruitment sources
- Participate and work collaboratively with the training team in the development and execution of new employee orientation programs and procedures for new hires
- Track applicants and complete quarterly statistical information regarding new hires and the onboarding process
- Assist with the processing of payroll
- Participate in planning and execution of employee engagement events and activities
- Serve as site subject matter expert for HRM systems
- Onsite contact for employee benefit inquires including coordination of open enrollment process and new hire benefit orientation
- Other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources or related field preferred; or combination of equivalent education and experience
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred
- 5 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 1-2 years in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Working knowledge of employment laws, COBRA, FMLA, and related state and federal regulations.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to work on sensitive issues with discretion and a commitment to confidentiality.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple priorities.
- Self-directed and motivated.
- Ability to work flexible hours and travel (as needed).
- Ability to work with a diverse population.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
- Strong PC skills including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Most of the job is performed in an office environment with some time spent on the plant manufacturing floor.