Human Resources Generalist

DHL Technical Services Powered by Kalitta, LLC; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and services company is seeking a qualified Human Resources Generalist to support their operations in Erlanger, Kentucky. The role includes administrative and strategic responsibilities in staffing, training, and development. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a degree in human resources or related fields. Experience in an HR department and knowledge of employment laws are preferred. Join a team focused on employee success and business efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven success working in an HR department with a minimum of 2 years experience.
• Resourceful mindset with a strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of national employment laws and FAA MRO requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing HR policies and procedures to improve employee experience.
• Handle administrative tasks for onboarding, orientations, and exit interviews.
• Provide HR advisory service covering all employee-relations matters.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Problem-solving aptitude

Advanced knowledge of HR procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field

Tools

HRIS

Paycor software

Job description

Overview

At DHL Technical Services powered by Kalitta (DTS), the human resources (HR) team is focused on what people need and how to provide it. For a people person who wants to begin a career in the exciting world of HR, this is the best place to dive in. We’re searching for a qualified and resourceful human resources generalist to support our company in ensuring smooth and efficient business operations. The human resources generalist will have both administrative and strategic responsibilities, and will help with important functions such as staffing, training and development, and compensation and benefits. At DTS, we understand that our business thrives when our employees thrive, and it begins with hiring the right human resources generalist.

Objectives of this role

• Assist in developing and executing personnel procedures and policies, and provide guidance and interpretation for business operations including FAA required programs.
• Participate in development of HR objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and ongoing reports for company requirements
• Assist in administering benefits, compensation, and employee performance programs
• Suggest new procedures and policies for improving employee experience as well as the efficiency of HR department and company
• Ensure compliance with local and national regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies and procedures when necessary, including FAA regulated programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare paperwork and schedules for smooth new-hire onboarding process, coordinating with cross-functional departments to deliver an exceptional first-day experience
• Handle all administrative tasks for onboarding, new-hire orientations, and exit interviews, including data entry in human resources information systems (HRIS) and audits for accuracy and compliance
• Provide a dedicated and effective HR advisory service to employees that covers absence and health issues, conduct and capability, grievances, organizational change, and all other employee-relations matters
• Be the primary backup for biweekly payroll processing, updates to employee files, bonus/incentive pay, vacation/sick pay, expense reimbursements, hourly-employee validations, and benefits changes
• Assist in the communication, interpretation, and upkeep of employee handbook, employee directory, and organizational chart, and contribute to policy development

Required skills and qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ethics, and cultural awareness
• Aptitude for problem-solving and thorough knowledge of HR procedures and policies
• Advanced knowledge of HRIS and ability to learn new technical systems, when necessary

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in human resources, business, or related field
• Proven success working in an HR department (min. 2 years)
• Resourceful mindset and strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of Paycor software helpful
• Knowledge of national laws and regulations related to employment including FAA MRO requirements