HR Generalist - Future HR Leader

Novae Llc; Clarinda (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (PPO/HDHP)

Vision Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee,

Spouse and Children)

401(k) contribution after 30 days + 3%

Weekly Accrued PTO

Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term 

Disability

Job summary

Novae LLC in Clarinda, IA seeks an experienced HR Generalist ready to grow into an HR Manager role. You will operate independently, connect HR decisions to business outcomes, and take ownership of complex HR responsibilities.

This position emphasizes integrity, accountability, and building trusted relationships with teams and leaders. The role covers recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, training, performance management, policy administration, and employment law

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or demonstrated HR experience.
• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred.
• Knowledge of HR disciplines, safety and employment laws.
• Strong IT skills and communication abilities.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle recruitment, screen candidates, conduct interviews and extend offers.
• Serve as business partner to leaders, handling HR responsibilities and policies.
• Advise on benefits, policies, employment laws and employee relations.
• Support safety programs and ensure OSHA compliance where applicable.
• Contribute to projects for continuous HR process improvement.
• Analyze information to develop HR solutions and actions.
• Maintain knowledge through education, publications and networks.

Skills

Judgment & integrity

Business context

Root cause analysis

Employee relations

Initiative

Independence

Professional relationships

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor's degree

PHR or SHRM-CP preferred

Job description

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Full-time Regular Clarinda, IA, US

We’re looking for an experienced HR Generalist who is ready to operate at a higher level and has the aptitude and ambition to grow into an HR Manager role.

This is a role for someone who can operate independently, connect the dots, understand the business reason behind the HR work, see the bigger picture and take ownership.

The right person is high-integrity, trustworthy and dependable. You do what you say you’re going to do, follow through without constant oversight, and take pride in doing the job well. You are self-directed, productive and accountable for your work.

You’ll bring:

• Excellent judgment, discretion and integrity
• The ability to connect HR decisions to business needs and outcomes
• A natural ability to identify patterns, ask the right questions and get to root causes
• Strong employee-relations instincts and the confidence to handle difficult situations
• Initiative and follow-through — you see what needs to be done and take ownership
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• The maturity to build strong professional relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries, objectivity and credibility
• Leadership aptitude and a genuine desire to grow

The opportunity

This role is designed for an HR professional who can grow beyond the traditional HR Generalist scope. As you demonstrate the ability to operate independently, influence leaders, solve problems and take on increasingly complex HR responsibilities, you’ll have the potential to progress toward an HR Manager role.

If you’re an HR professional who sees what others miss, understands why the work matters, follows through without constant oversight and holds yourself to a high standard even when no one is watching, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary:Be a support to and advocate for employees; act as a business partner to leaders in handling Human Resources related responsibilities; and carry out responsibilities in the functional areas of recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, training, performance management, policy administration, and employment law compliance while fostering a culture supporting the mission of Novae LLC.

Essential Functions

• Perform active recruitment, selection, and hiring functions for all positions. Represent organization at job fairs, create classified advertising, screen applications/resumes, coordinate applicant testing, conduct interviews, complete relevant background checks, extend job offers and coordinate onboarding.
• Act as a resource for employees in understanding the expectations and culture at Novae; advise on benefits, organizational policies, employment laws, and advocate for positive relationships and individual growth.
• Act as a resource for leaders in proactively leading employees. Advise on organizational policies, employment laws, and, when needed, facilitate the corrective action process through counsel, documentation and delivery. Refer situations to human resources management, as appropriate.
• Support the safety of teams through teaching safe work practices, regularly discussing safety as a priority, investigating accidents, maintaining safety related reports, and participating in corrective action of safety issues as needed.
• Support the human resources function of the organization through regular participation in projects for continual improvement.
• Develop human resources solutions by collecting and analyzing information; recommending courses of action.
• Stay current on job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Assist in other areas and perform other duties, as needed. (This is not intended to be a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this job.)

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required, or demonstrated skills and experience, preferred.
• Experience in a professional level Human Resources position, PHR or SHRM-CP preferred.
• Knowledge of multiple human resources disciplines.
• Knowledge of safety best practices and OSHA regulations.
• Experience with managing safety programs and implementation of new safety practices.
• Knowledge of Family Medical Leave Act of 1993, Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (at minimum a basic understanding of employment law).
• Strong computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Highly motivated.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with all levels of management.
• Able to manage confidential information.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily operates in a fast paced, office environment within a manufacturing organization.
• Sometime will be spent in production supporting employees.
• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers and smartphones.
• Occasional travel to various worksites and meetings, mostly local.
• Responsibilities require willingness to work outside of typical office schedule.
• Will meet with employees and provide tours, as necessary, on the production floors of all plants.
• Medical Insurance (PPO and HDHP options)
• Vision Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse and Children)
• 401(k) contribution after 30 days + company match on first 3%
• Weekly Accrued PTO
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Novae LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Novae LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.