HR Generalist

ArdaghGroup; Pevely (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardagh Group is seeking an HR Generalist to support the Plant HR Manager and leadership team with day-to-day HR operations. This role handles payroll, benefits, HRIS data, policy administration, and employee relations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of HR experience, strong confidentiality, and excellent communication skills; travel up to 5% may be required. This position is based at our Missouri plant.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of HR experience.
• Experience with FMLA, benefits administration and payroll processing.
• Able to handle confidential matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willing to travel up to 5%.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly union hourly payroll for 250–350 employees and assist with salaried payroll adjustments.
• Administer accruals and absenteeism in the timekeeping system.
• Investigate and resolve employee relations problems; recommend corrective action.
• Administer programs per company policies including EEO, AA compliance, and OSHA.
• Monitor adherence to policies, confidentiality, and disciplinary actions (promotions, transfers, terminations).
• Assist in identifying and resolving HR issues.
• Administer benefits, HRIS transactions, approvals, and employee files.
• Provide confidential administrative support to plant leadership.
• Answer questions on sick leaves, vacations, and other benefits.
• Plan employee events and plant activities.
• Maintain good relationships with employees, union, and salaried workforce.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidential data handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Admin or related field

PHR or SPHR certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Role description

The Human Resources (HR) Generalist is the primary support to the Plant Human Resources Manager and the plant leadership team. This role is responsible for the administrative support of day-to-day HR operations.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly union hourly payroll for 250 to 350 employees and assist with salaried payroll adjustments
• Administer and manageaccruals and absenteeism in the timekeeping system
• Participate in the investigation and resolution of ongoing employee relation problems, anticipate problems, and recommend and initiate steps for corrective action
• Effectively administer programs per company policies and procedures including but not limited to Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action compliance, and OSHA
• Monitor proper adherence to policies and procedures, guidelines, and documentation on all disciplinary action issues, promotions, transfers, and terminations
• Assist in identifying and resolving HR issues
• Assist with human resource activities to ensure legal compliance, fairness, and consistency
• Administer and maintain employee benefits program, HRIS transactions, approval forms, and employee file database
• Provide administrative support for the plant leadership team which requires handling confidential data
• Administer, track, and answer questions on sick leaves, vacations, and other benefits for employees
• Plan and implement employee events such as service awards, salaried meetings, customer visits, and the annual plant activities
• Participate, as needed, on various committees
• Maintain a good working relationship with the employees, the union, and the salaried workforce
• Comply with environmental and food safety standards as outlined in plant policies or programs within the department

Minimum skills / qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of HR experience
• Previous experience in FMLA, benefits administration, and payroll processing
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have experience dealing with confidential matters
• Proficient organizational, interpersonal, and written/oral communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel up to 5%

Preferred skills / qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• PHR or SPHR professional certification
• Five (5) years of HR experience
• Previous experience in a union environment

Benefits Offered

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Apprenticeship programs
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Glass Packaging is a global leader in glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world's leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then, we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of over $9 billion. Today, we have a presence across Europe, Africa, and North America. Did you know that Ardagh produces many of the cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from? Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality? Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day? Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and has a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what's possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you'll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local law. Ardagh Group complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

Contact Kelly Molloy ([e-mail]) if a reasonable accommodation is needed.

Nearest Major Market: St Louis