Human Resources Generalist

Pratt Industries, Inc.; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking a Human Resources Generalist for the North Central Converting Division based out of Grand Rapids, MI. The role involves directing all phases of employment, managing benefits administration, and acting as the primary contact for managers and staff in HR matters.

Ideal candidates have two to four years of HR experience, strong recruiting skills, and a BS in HR Management/Business Mgmt. SPHR/PHR certification is preferred, with MS Office and ADP experience valued.

Qualifications

• Two to Four years' experience in HR or similar role.
• BS degree in HR Management/Business Mgmt or related field.
• SPHR or PHR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct all phases of employment including advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, placement of personnel, orientation programs, exit interviews, and unemployment compensation hearings.
• Investigate hotline calls and employee complaints to seek positive resolution quickly.
• Administer all employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, FMLA and vacation, paid sick leave.
• Serve as primary contact to managers and employees, under the HR Manager, on HR matters.
• Maintain HR reports and records per state and federal laws and update personnel files and I-9s.
• Assist in managing temporary agencies supplying labor to the plant and ensure they meet Pratt Industries criteria.
• Comply with company policies and travel to other locations as designated.

Skills

Recruiting

Employee relations

HR policy & compliance

Employee communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

BS in HR Management/Business Mgmt

Tools

ADP

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Pratt Industries is currently seeking a Human Resources Generalist for the North Central Converting Division based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Direct all phases of employment including advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, placement of personnel, orientation programs, exit interviews, and unemployment compensation hearings.
• Strong recruiting experience
• Investigate hotline calls, employee complaints to seek positive resolution in a speedy manner.
• Administer all employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, FMLA and vacation, paid sick leave.
• Serve as primary source of contact to managers, employees, working under the supervision of the HR Manager on all human resource related matters.
• Maintain and administer HR reports and records as required by state and federal laws.
• Maintain and update personnel files and I-9 files
• Assist in managing Temporary Agencies supplying labor to the plant. And hold the Temporary Agencies accountable to Pratt Industries Hiring Criteria.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Must be able to do some travel to any other location Divisional HR Manager designates on as needed basis.
• Must be able to multi-task in a fast paced environment.

Additional Responsibilities

• Must be able to manage multiple deadlines
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

Leadership Attributes

• Superior time management skills including the ability to manage multiple issues concurrently and the ability to lead an effective and efficient meeting.
• Strong recruiting skills – Heavy volume of recruiting
• Excellent crisis manager who demonstrates that he/she has a high emotional control under adverse conditions and can lead his/her personnel to a successful resolution.
• Excellent employee relations skills including being an active listener, understanding how to appraise personnel, applying both positive and corrective feedback, being able to resolve conflicts either involving the supervisor directly or as a third party, understands and demonstrates positive motivational skills including coaching and delegation techniques.
• Demonstrated confidence including providing a consistent leadership style with an acceptable level of professional assertiveness.
• Professional appearance to support his/her role as a managerial representative.

Requirements / Education / Experience

• Two to Four years' experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Computer literate (proficient in MS Word, MS Excel)
• BS degree in HR Management/Business Mgmt
• Manufacturing experience
• Preferred SPHR or PHR certification

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret financial statements, general business periodicals, professional journals, operating and maintenance instructions, regulatory laws and manuals, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and employees of the company.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.

Technical Skills

• Computer literate (MS Office including Word and Excel)
• Proficient knowledge and application of HR laws and regulations
• Preferred Candidates with experience with ADP

Physical Demands

• Employee is regularly required to walk and talk and hear, sit and stand. Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment can be, at times, loud.