HR Generalist — Culture, Talent & Compliance

WGI Westman Group; Storm Lake (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations available

Job summary

Meridian Manufacturing Inc., Storm Lake, IA, is seeking a Human Resource Generalist to support recruiting, employee programs, and policy guidance across the site. You will coach managers on conflict resolution, performance management, and accommodation matters while promoting a positive workplace culture.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and 1–3 years in manufacturing, with solid knowledge of employment laws and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or two or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in the human resource field.
• One to three years' experience in a manufacturing environment an asset.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Must be a highly motivated, team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.
• Strong English communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Proficiency with administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Coaching and Mentoring: Coach and mentor team managers and Department Managers on managing employee conflict, managing mental health issues and accommodation, performance management, conducting progressive discipline or termination conversations
• Communicate to internal stakeholders Human Resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and regulations.
• Investigate and provide resolutions to employee relation issues (e.g. employee complaints and harassment allegations)
• Recruitment: Prepare, update and maintain recruitment advertising, both internally and externally, according to Meridian Manufacturing Inc. standards.
• Identify recruitment sources locally, nationally and internationally.
• Perform interviews, screens, and recruit for entry level, professional and technical job openings.
• Ensure the compatibility of applicants to job positions.
• Build and sustain beneficial relationships with employment agencies and educational institutions.
• Plan, organize and attend recruitment fairs as requested.
• Employee Relations: Educate both current and prospective employees on company policies regarding job duties, working conditions, safety, wages, career advancement opportunities, employee benefits and recreation programs.
• Maintain accurate records and compile statistical reports relating to personnel data, e.g. hires, transfers, absenteeism rates, and performance reviews.
• Conduct orientation and training within the organization.
• Administer benefits, performance management programs, retirement procedures and compensation.
• Conduct exit interviews and provide management with analysis and recommendations as necessary.
• Provide general information and assistance internally and externally over the phone, electronically and in person.
• Employee Programs: Develop, and implement employee related programs and policies to improve the engagement, productivity, and retention of employees.
• Recommend, develop and maintain human resource data bases, computer software systems, and manual filing systems.
• Develop and provide recommendations for policies and processes, and provide research as requested.
• Plan and organize employee programs, staff events and recreational activities.
• Regularly update job descriptions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer Focus

Communication

Team Work

Problem Solving

Accountability and Dependability

Ethics and Integrity

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or two+ years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Meridian Manufacturing Inc., Storm Lake, IA, is seeking a Human Resource Generalist to support recruiting, employee programs, and policy guidance across the site. You will coach managers on conflict resolution, performance management, and accommodation matters while promoting a positive workplace culture.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and 1–3 years in manufacturing, with solid knowledge of employment laws and strong English communication.