HR Generalist

Pei--genesi; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Company Paid Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Job summary

PEI Genesis is seeking a Human Resource Generalist to run daily HR functions, interview and hire staff, administer benefits, leave, and enforce company policies. You will support the HR Manager and act as a trusted advisor to management, ensuring compliance with laws and delivering effective HR programs.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, experience in manufacturing HR preferred, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.

Responsibilities

• Run daily HR functions including interviewing and hiring staff.
• Administer benefits, leave, and company policies.
• Support HR Manager and advise management.
• Maintain compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Conduct background checks and eligibility verifications.
• Coordinate new hire orientation and referral programs.
• Manage attendance, recognition, and safety programs.
• Assist with compensation, performance, and development activities.
• Handle inquiries from applicants and staff; escalate complex matters.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Organization

Time management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Prioritization

Delegation

Integrity & confidentiality

HR knowledge

MS Office

HRIS proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Office

HRIS

Job description

*Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled*SUMMARY:The Human Resource Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including interviewing and hiring staff, benefits, leave administration, and enforce company policies and practices. This position will support the HR Manager and effectively demonstrate their job knowledge and act as a trusted advisor to management.BenefitsHealth InsuranceDentalVision401(k)Company Paid Life InsuranceDisability InsurancePaid HolidaysPaid Sick TimeWhy join PEI Genesis? Looking for a place that values your unique talents?Discover how you can grow your career with a company that sets you up for success.PEI-Genesis is one of the world’s fastest assemblers of precision connectors. We partner with customers to design engineered solutions that meet specific application requirements and then deliver with speed, service and consistent quality that is unmatched in the industry. PEI develops custom interconnect solutions that support the harsh environments of the aviation, energy, military, industrial, rail, medical sectors worldwide.DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.Implements new hire orientation and manage employee referral programs.Manage perfect attendance & recognition programsPerforms routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.Back up support to manager - attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.Performs other duties as assigned.REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:Excellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlinesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriateAbility to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentialityThorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulationsProficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related softwareProficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systemsEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and or any combination of education with equivalent years of experienceHuman Resource experience in a manufacturing environment preferredSHRM-CP preferred not requiredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to lift 15 pounds at timesMust be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities#LI-AS1