Human Resources Generalist

Novolex; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Learning programs

Job summary

Novolex in Kinston, NC seeks an HR Generalist to provide hands-on HR support for a population of ~250 employees at the Kinston plant. You will help with safety, policy administration, FMLA/ADA, employee relations, payroll, benefits, onboarding, and audits, while partnering with plant leadership to staff the site.

Ideal candidates hold a BA/BS in HR, 3–5 years in manufacturing HR, strong communication skills, and fluency in English and Spanish.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in HR or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years HR experience in manufacturing.
• Familiar with FMLA and ADA.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR support to Kinston plant population of ~250 employees.
• Resolve HR and operational issues including safety, policy administration, FMLA/ADA/STD, payroll, benefits, onboarding and audits.
• Coordinate with plant leadership to determine hiring needs and staffing levels.
• Coordinate hiring of new employees and ensure compliance with policies and laws.
• Advise and coach leadership on policy application and conduct.
• Handle investigations and provide recommendations; support unemployment claims.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

HR knowledge

FMLA/ADA familiarity

HRIS/Payroll systems

Education

BA/BS degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll software

Job description

Company Overview

Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Job Description

DESCRIPTION:

• Provide Human Resources support to Kinston plant population of ~250 employees.
• Help employees resolve a wide variety of HR and operational issues, including but not limited to: safety, company policy administration, adherence and interpretation, FMLA/ADA/STD, communications, employee relations, performance and talent management, payroll, benefits, temp agency collaboration, assisting with HR-related audits and ensuring compliance with company and legal regulations, employee PTO maintenance, data entry and reporting, orientation, etc.
• Coordinate with plant leadership team/department managers to determine hiring needs and ensure consistent staffing levels.
• Coordinate the hiring of new employees and ensure employment decisions follow company policy and employment laws.
• Respond to employee questions and complaints regarding a wide variety of issues (FMLA, work schedules, transfers, promotions, benefits, safety, unfair treatment, performance, personal issues, pay, company policies).
• Advise and coach plant leadership team on consistent application of company policies and standards of conduct.
• Conduct investigations and create appropriate responses and recommendations.
• Process termination recommendations for review with legal.
• Assist with response to unemployment claims.
• Communicates changes in HR related policies and benefit plans.
• Effective communication/presentation of important company information, one-on-one and/or in group meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS degree in HR or related field preferred
• 3-5 years’ experience in a Human Resource position, preferably within a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with general employment laws including FMLA and ADA.
• Strong computer skills, training skills, customer service skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail.
• High degree of comfort in conflict resolution situations is required.
• Ability to prioritize effectively in fast-paced environment.
• Bilingual(English/Spanish)

Company Benefits

What You’ll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact [e-mail].

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen