Human Resources Generalist

DeKalb Health; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb Health in Merrillville, IN is seeking an HR Clerk/Coordinator to support personnel processes and onboarding. You will maintain records, explain benefits, and assist trainings, while delivering strong employee service.

The role interacts with staff at all levels and helps ensure policy compliance. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in HR, a Bachelor’s in HR, and proficiency with MS Office and HRIS systems.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter, proactive, and detail oriented.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with HRIS/Payroll systems, UKG is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process, verify, and maintain personnel documents and classifications.
• Explain personnel policies, benefits, and procedures to employees.
• Coordinate all new employee onboarding activities.
• Assist with trainings, including orientation and annual sessions.
• Record data for each employee and generate reports.
• Provide general clerical and administrative support for HR programs.
• Deliver customer service in person and over the phone regarding HR issues.
• Maintain personnel records for employees, temps, and temporary staff.
• Support audit preparations and ensure compliance with policies and laws.
• Coordinate employee appreciation events and maintain office logistics.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Verbal and written communication

Detail orientation

Microsoft Office Suite

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources

Tools

HRIS/Payroll systems

UKG

Job description

• Job Category Human Resources
• Employee Type Full Time

CORE VALUES

Our 5 Core Values are more than just words, they’re a way of life . We know that companies with a strong culture & a higher purpose perform better in the long run .

• Own It
• Hustle and Refuse to Settle
• Love People
• Act for the Greater Good
• Find a way

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process, verify, and maintain personnel related documentation, including staffing, recruitment, performance evaluations, and classifications.
• Explain company personnel policies, benefits, and procedures to employees
• Coordinate all new employee on-boarding activities
• Assist with preparation for all employee trainings (new employee orientation, annual training, and management training)
• Record data for each employee, including absences, supervisory reports on performance, disciplines, and reasons for terminations.
• Research, compile, and analyze data for special personnel projects and reports
• Provide general clerical and administrative support; compose and type letters, memoranda, and other correspondence related to assigned HR programs and activities, prepare a variety of reports
• Provide customer service, both in-person and by telephone; screen and direct telephone calls, take and relay messages, answer questions from employees and the general public regarding HR issues, rules, and regulations
• Maintain personnel records for employees, temps, and true temporary staff.
• Assists in ensuring compliance with company, state, and federal policies, regulations, and laws
• Assist in 3rd party audit preparation
• Coordinate all employee appreciation luncheons and outings
• Maintain the log and issue lockers and request uniforms
• Maintain/update training records with managers and supervisors
• Take care of all filing for the HR office
• Maintain company phone list
• Order office supplies
• Ensure managers are receiving notifications for 90 day/Quarterly/Annual Evals
• Complete offer letters and Compensation Analysis sheets
• Manage the E-Verify process for new hires
• Other duties as assigned

WORKING RELATIONSHIP

• Though reporting to the Director of Human Resources, individual should be able to work independently and in concert with others.
• Will interact daily with employees throughout the entire organization at every level.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Hard worker who is a self-starter and proactive
• Strong verbal and written communication skillsl>
• Must be detailed oriented
• Excellent Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Experience with HRIS/Payroll systems, UKG is a plus

EXPERIENCE

• 2 to 3 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably in a Manufacturing environment.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources preferred.