HR Generalist at Spano Pratt in Appleton, WI

This position is expected to develop into HR Manager role when current manager retires within 2 years. Currently, the HR Generalist (HRG) supports the day-to-day operations, functions and duties of the Human Resource department for a multi-state organization. Manage the full employee lifecycle, handling recruitment, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, performance management, training and compliance with labor laws, and acting as HR contact to support both employees and management to ensure smooth operations and a positive work culture. Demonstrate effective customer service-oriented performance by efficiently and professionally performing the duties of the position in strict adherence with the Company’s Mission Statement and Core Values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

o Recruitment & Staffing

§ Help to get employer branding in all location communities to make Laminations an employer of choice

§ Work with managers to develop job descriptions & job postings. View applicants, conduct interviews, and handle onboarding of new team members

§ Work directly with recruiting agencies at all Laminations locations

§ Periodic travel for job fairs and to other Laminations’ locations

o Policy Management & Employee Relations

§ Ensure multi-state compliance. Monitor, update and enforce HR policies and procedures to ensure adherence to diverse state-specific employment laws with guidance from HR Manager

§ Primary contact for employee inquiries, conduct investigations and guide managers on performance management and corrective actions

§ Identify training and development needs, coordinate with managers on growth opportunities of team members

§ Participate and lead team member development planning cycle and compensation review cycle for all locations

§ Champions team member engagement through annual survey and help managers develop action plans based on feedback

§ Verify new hire surveys are completed; help administer stay interviews for employee engagement

§ Help HR Manager prepare, maintain and update team member handbooks

§ Help lead annual HR training and maintain all related documents

§ Key member of Central’s GNC Cares Committee; type minutes and distribute to committee members. Help organize GNC Cares activities with committee

o HR Administration/Compensation & Benefits

§ Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS system (Dayforce)

§ Help new hires with benefit enrollment at all Laminations locations

§ Oversee hourly timesheets & pay registers for all Laminations locations to ensure proper pay as well as maintain hourly pay change sheet for any payroll changes (i.e. rate changes, child supports, garnishments, etc.)

§ Process terminations in systems for all Laminations employees; administer exit interviews

§ Administers employee benefit plans in HRIS system. Assist with retirement savings plan administration. Serves as COBRA administrator.

§ Manage workers’ compensation cases by coordinating with injured employees, workers

§ compensation carrier and medical providers. Ensure accurate information is on OSHA log

§ Manages the open enrollment period, review changes to enrollment for the new year for all Laminations locations

§ Assist with yearend payouts for hourly employees (STIC, safety bonus, etc.)

§ Assist Controller with annual United Way kickoff and contribution report

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

· Man hours/salary numbers to Controller, Plant Manager and EHS Manager monthly

· Seniority report to plant leadership as requested

· File documentation to employee Dayforce profile as needed

· Must keep frequent contact with everyone employed at Great Northern Corporation.

· Other duties as required

WORK RELATIONSHIP AND SCOPE

This position reports to Human Resource Manager and will work closely with all team members at each Laminations location. Next step progression to Human Resource Manager within 2 years.

MEASURE OF PERFORMANCE

Fulfillment of all job responsibilities successfully by being able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Meeting all customer and GNC specifications for quality, accuracy, and efficiency. Compliance with all plant safety rules, general rules and procedures. Effectiveness of communication and development of good working relationships with other employees. Accurate and timely reports. Soundness of decisions made regarding personnel, machinery and equipment, work methods and safety. Integrity of confidential employment and business information. Ability to analyze and solve problems. Honesty, fairness, flexibility, and tact. Possession of the trust and respect of employees, co-workers, and management.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

· Bachelor’s degree in human resources management preferred

· Minimum of five years’ experience in HR, including managing multi-state compliance

· Experience in manufacturing setting preferred

· Proficiency in HRIS software and Applicant tracking systems

· Strong knowledge of labor laws (FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EEO)

· Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

· Experience working with plant leadership, hourly manufacturing employees, or managers across multiple locations preferred

· Eligible to work in the United States

· Able to travel periodically to other company locations, about 10% of the time

Competitive salary of 65000-85000 USD/year

Retirement plan

Match 401k

Discretionary bonus